Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Fort Lupton that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Fort Lupton
Within 30 miles of Fort Lupton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Thornton (15), Longmont (6), and Westminster (4). 7 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Elevation Appliance and Fireplace, around 9.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.8, 11.4, 11.9 |
The leading options for Fort Lupton are Elevation Appliance and Fireplace (9.8 miles away, based in Frederick, 5.0 stars from 167 reviews); Tonny's Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 217 reviews); Fix Master Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Thornton, 5.0 stars from 223 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Columbine Appliance & Fireplaces (13.8 miles away, based in Erie, 4.8 stars from 2,693 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
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: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Fort Lupton. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Fort Lupton
Most washer calls in Fort Lupton 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 Fort Lupton
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fort Lupton, CO
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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.