Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Colby, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Colby
Our data shows 7 appliance repair companies inside a 100-mile radius of Colby. Other nearby bases include Hays (4), Garden City (2), and McCook (1). Distances run up to about 100 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 7 businesses. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Tag LLC, around 61.0 miles out. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Colby is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Colby. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (100 mi) | 7 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 61.0, 97.6, 97.8 |
| Mention washer work | 0 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Colby: Appliance Repair Tag LLC (61.0 miles away, based in McCook, 4.9 stars from 7 reviews); Genuine Appliance Center (99.2 miles away, based in Hays, 4.7 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Miller's Appliance Services (98.4 miles away, based in Hays, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Guard (97.6 miles away, based in Garden City, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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.
Local Notes for Colby
Most washer calls in Colby 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 Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Colby
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Colby, KS
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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.