A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Monticello that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Monticello
We found 33 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Monticello. The rest are spread across Lafayette (5), Kokomo (3), and Crawfordsville (3). The closest is A Step Above Appliance Repair, about 22.9 miles away. Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Monticello is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 33 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 22.9, 23.1, 23.3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
First up for Monticello: Mr. Appliance of West Central Indiana (49.4 miles away, based in Crawfordsville, 4.8 stars from 480 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.6 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.0 miles away, based in Peru, 4.2 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (53.7 miles away, based in Valparaiso, 4.4 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Monticello. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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 Monticello
Most washer calls in Monticello 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.
In Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Monticello Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Monticello, IN
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.