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 Sterling that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Sterling
6 repair companies serve Sterling from within 88 miles. 2 of them are based in Sterling itself, and the rest are spread across Greeley (2), Sidney (1), and Cheyenne (1). Distances run up to about 88 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. 2 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 6 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.2 stars. Sterling is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 2.0, 37.9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Companies within 88 miles | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
Closest matches for Sterling: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 2.6 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (81.4 miles away, based in Greeley, 1.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Guys llc (2.0 miles away, 3.4 stars from 15 reviews); Palmer Sales and Service (37.9 miles away, based in Sidney, 4.2 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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 leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Around Sterling
Most washer calls in Sterling 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 Sterling
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Sterling, CO
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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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.