Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Federal Heights list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Federal Heights
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Federal Heights. Other nearby bases include Westminster (15), Thornton (10), and Arvada (8). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Priority Appliance Repair Fixers, around 1.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 32 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.6, 1.7 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Federal Heights are Tonny's Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 217 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Golden - Lakewood (7.9 miles away, based in Wheat Ridge, 4.7 stars from 715 reviews); The Appliance Team Arvada (3.1 miles away, based in Arvada, 4.9 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Master Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Thornton, 5.0 stars from 223 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. 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:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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.
Around Federal Heights
Most washer calls in Federal Heights 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.
Before You Book in Federal Heights
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Federal Heights, CO
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Other Washer Repair in Federal Heights
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Federal Heights
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 Federal Heights technician can then bring the right parts for either one.