A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Air Force Academy that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Air Force Academy CO
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Air Force Academy. The rest are spread across Colorado Springs (32), Castle Rock (3), and Manitou Springs (2). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Apexstone Appliance Repair Pros, about 3.5 miles away. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 47 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.5, 5.3, 5.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
The leading options for Air Force Academy are Mr. Appliance of the Front Range (7.4 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.9 stars from 1,710 reviews); Dakine Appliance Repair (8.6 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.9 stars from 1,286 reviews); D3/A-OK Appliance Service, Inc. (12.5 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.7 stars from 4,697 reviews); Reliable Appliance (10.7 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.7 stars from 575 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Air Force Academy Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Air Force Academy 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.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
In Colorado, you can check a license with the Colorado DORA License Lookup or report a problem to the Colorado Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Air Force Academy
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Air Force Academy, CO
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Air Force Academy technician can then bring the right parts for either one.