Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Commerce City, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Commerce City
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Commerce City. 6 of them are based in Commerce City itself, and other nearby bases include Thornton (15), Aurora (10), and Denver (5). Distances run up to about 10 miles. 7 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Onward Appliance Techs, about 2.0 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Commerce City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 4.7, 4.8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
At the top of the Commerce City list: Wilson & Myers (11.5 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 1,412 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tonny's Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 217 reviews); Denver Rapid Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 192 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FiXiFY Appliance Repair (6.6 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Around Commerce City
Most washer calls in Commerce City 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.
Questions to Ask a Commerce City Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Commerce City, CO
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why won't my washer spin?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.