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 Preston that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Preston
Within 60 miles of Preston there are 8 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Smithfield (3), North Ogden (2), and Logan (1). Nearest on the list: Chandler’s Appliance, around 18.1 miles out. 1 of them mentions washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Preston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention washer work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 18.1, 19.1, 21.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 8 |
The leading options for Preston are R.A.C.E.R. Service Appliance Repair (29.4 miles away, based in Nibley, 4.7 stars from 12 reviews); Cache Appliance (24.8 miles away, based in Logan, 5.0 stars from 560 reviews); Darrell's Appliance Service And Sales Inc (21.1 miles away, based in Smithfield, 4.7 stars from 639 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chandler’s Appliance (18.1 miles away, based in Smithfield, 5.0 stars from 42 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Laundry Notes for Preston, ID
Most washer calls in Preston 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Preston
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Preston, ID
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
More Washing Machine Repair in Preston, ID
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Preston
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 Preston technician can then bring the right parts for either one.