Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Rupert list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Rupert
Our data shows 5 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Rupert. 1 of them are based in Rupert itself, and other nearby bases include Twin Falls (3) and American Falls (1). The farthest listed company is about 44 miles out. 1 of them mentions washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Doyle's Appliance Service LLC, about 2.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 5 businesses. Rupert is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 5 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 38.2, 40.0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
First up for Rupert: Doyle's Appliance Service LLC (2.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 55 reviews); Wilder Appliance (41.0 miles away, based in Twin Falls, 4.9 stars from 30 reviews); Pro-Tech Service (40.0 miles away, based in Twin Falls, 4.4 stars from 138 reviews); Hartman's Appliance Repair. (38.2 miles away, based in Twin Falls, 4.7 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Around Rupert
Most washer calls in Rupert 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.
Questions to Ask a Rupert Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Rupert, ID
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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.