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 Lewiston that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Lewiston ID
We found 11 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Lewiston. 7 list an address in Lewiston, and other nearby bases include Clarkston (2), Des Moines (1), and Moscow (1). The closest is Homeland Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 10 businesses. Lewiston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Lewiston: CM Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 112 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lewiston MW & Appliance; (0.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 20 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in Moscow, 4.3 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lewiston. 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Around Lewiston
Most washer calls in Lewiston 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.
Idaho's Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses does not list appliance repair as a licensed profession; gas piping and gas appliance work falls under the state's HVAC licensing, which includes specialty licenses for those trades. Source: Is My Profession Licensed? - Idaho DOPL
In Idaho, you can check a license with the Idaho DOPL Search for a License or Registration or report a problem to the Idaho Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Lewiston
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lewiston, ID
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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.