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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Thornton, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Thornton
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Thornton. 16 list an address in Thornton, and other nearby bases include Westminster (12), Commerce City (6), and Broomfield (5). Nearest on the list: Thornton Appliance Repair Tech, around 0.5 miles out. Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.6, 0.6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
At the top of the Thornton list: Tonny's Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 217 reviews); The Appliance Team Arvada (8.3 miles away, based in Arvada, 4.9 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Master Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 223 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FiXiFY Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- 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
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Thornton. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
What Thornton Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Thornton 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 Thornton
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Thornton, CO
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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 Thornton technician can then bring the right parts for either one.