If your Electrolux washer has stopped draining, stopped spinning or started showing a code, the technician you call should know the model line. The Hobe Sound list starts with companies that name Electrolux, followed by other appliance repair companies that work on washers.
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Who Works on Electrolux Washers Near Hobe Sound
Within 30 miles of Hobe Sound there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Port St. Lucie (10), Jupiter (7), and Stuart (7). Distances run up to about 24 miles. No company within 90 miles of Hobe Sound mentions Electrolux by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. Nearest on the list: Sears Brands Appliance Center Repair, around 6.8 miles out. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hobe Sound. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.8, 8.0, 8.1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Mention Electrolux | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
At the top of the Hobe Sound list: Mr. Appliance of Stuart (10.5 miles away, based in Palm City, 4.7 stars from 313 reviews); NorthStar Appliance Repair (19.7 miles away, based in Lake Park, 4.7 stars from 585 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.0 miles away, based in Palm Beach Gardens, 4.5 stars from 671 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Port St Lucie Appliance Repair (21.6 miles away, based in Port St. Lucie, 4.7 stars from 357 reviews).
Know which Electrolux washer you have before you call. Electrolux makes front-load models, and the technician will ask.
Know Your Electrolux Washer
How Electrolux Washers Are Built
Supply pressure is specified at 30 to 120 psi with no more than about 10 psi difference between hot and cold, and the inlet connectors carry filters that can clog. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Water Supply Guide
The drain standpipe should be no taller than 96 inches and at least 1-1/4 inches across, and a hose sealed airtight into the standpipe can slow draining. Source: Electrolux - What should I do if my washer is draining slowly?
Common Electrolux Washer Problems
- Shaking, thumping or off balance. Confirm shipping bolts and foam were removed, level the washer on a solid floor, and redistribute or add a couple of similar items to an unbalanced load. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
- Door won't lock / door error. Make sure the door shuts fully with nothing caught in it, listen for the latch click, and check the latch and striker. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code E41 door is open
Reading a Electrolux Washer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| E41 | The control board reads the door switch as open. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code E41 door is open |
| E11 | Long fill time; the washer is not filling during the wash phase. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code E11 long fill time |
| LOC | The control lock is on, so cycles cannot be started until it is turned off. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code LOC control lock activator |
When to Call for Electrolux Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Care Electrolux Recommends for Its Washers
- Connect the washer with new fill hoses and rubber washers, swap flood-safe hoses for standard washer hoses, and hand-tighten plus about two-thirds of a turn without cross-threading. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Water Supply Guide
- Use high-efficiency (HE) detergent, keep each dispenser compartment below its max fill line, and put detergent packs in the drum rather than the dispenser. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Detergent Guide
Budgeting for a Electrolux Washer Repair
Most Electrolux washer repairs involve common parts and an hour or two of labor. For reference, published cost guides report:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Getting Ready for the Repair
- Whether it is a front loader, a top loader with an agitator, or a top loader with an impeller
- Where the washer drains (standpipe or laundry sink)
- Any error code shown on the display
Laundry Notes for Hobe Sound, FL
Most washer calls in Hobe Sound come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Hobe Sound
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair Electrolux washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Electrolux Washer Repair FAQs: Hobe Sound, FL
How do I find a technician who knows Electrolux washers?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why is my washer leaking?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Check the drain hose, the supply valves and (on a front loader) the drain pump filter, and note the model number before calling. It rules out the simple causes and speeds up a Electrolux repair.