Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Manitou Springs that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Manitou Springs
We found 37 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Manitou Springs. 2 of them are based in Manitou Springs itself, and the rest are spread across Colorado Springs (32), Woodland Park (1), and Monument (1). Distances run up to about 18 miles. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is City Wide Appliance Service, about 1.2 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.3, 2.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 37 |
First up for Manitou Springs: Mr. Appliance of the Front Range (4.9 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.9 stars from 1,710 reviews); D3/A-OK Appliance Service, Inc. (9.9 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.7 stars from 4,697 reviews); Dakine Appliance Repair (13.0 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.9 stars from 1,286 reviews); Reliable Appliance (4.9 miles away, based in Colorado Springs, 4.7 stars from 575 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Manitou Springs. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
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.
What Manitou Springs Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Manitou Springs 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 Manitou Springs
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Manitou Springs, CO
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why won't my washer spin?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Other Washer Repair in Manitou Springs
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Manitou Springs
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 Manitou Springs technician can then bring the right parts for either one.