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 Fountain, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fountain
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fountain. The rest are spread across Colorado Springs (32), Pueblo (5), and Manitou Springs (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Nearest on the list: Larry's Appliance Repair, around 2.8 miles out. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 43 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 9.8, 10.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 29 |
First up for Fountain: D3/A-OK Appliance Service, Inc. (11.2 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.7 stars from 4,697 reviews); Mr. Appliance of the Front Range (16.1 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.9 stars from 1,710 reviews); Dakine Appliance Repair (18.8 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.9 stars from 1,286 reviews); Reliable Appliance (13.1 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.7 stars from 575 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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 front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Fountain. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Local Notes for Fountain
Most washer calls in Fountain 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 Fountain
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fountain, CO
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Other Washer Repair in Fountain
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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.