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 Derby that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Derby
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Derby. Other nearby bases include Thornton (13), Denver (8), and Westminster (8). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Nearest on the list: Rick's Appliance Sales & Service, around 0.9 miles out. Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.9, 1.9 |
Closest matches for Derby: Tonny's Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 217 reviews); Denver Rapid Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 192 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FiXiFY Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Team Arvada (8.1 miles away, based in Arvada, 4.9 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Derby. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Derby, CO
Most washer calls in Derby 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Derby
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Derby, CO
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Derby
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 Derby technician can then bring the right parts for either one.