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 Moscow that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Moscow
We found 11 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Moscow. 1 list an address in Moscow, and the rest are spread across Lewiston (7), Clarkston (2), and Des Moines (1). Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. The 10 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Moscow is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Moscow. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 20.9, 21.5 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
First up for Moscow: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.3 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CM Appliance Repair (25.4 miles away, based in Lewiston, 4.8 stars from 112 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in Lewiston, 4.4 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lewiston MW & Appliance; (24.0 miles away, based in Lewiston, 5.0 stars from 20 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Moscow. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
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 Moscow
Most washer calls in Moscow 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Moscow
- 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?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Moscow, ID
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Why won't my washer spin?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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 Moscow technician can then bring the right parts for either one.