Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The Leawood 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 Leawood
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Leawood. 1 list an address in Leawood, and other nearby bases include Kansas City (12), Overland Park (9), and Lee's Summit (6). Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Pathway Appliance Repair Experts is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Leawood. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Leawood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 54 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 3.1, 3.2 |
First up for Leawood: Appliance Shark (6.0 miles away, based in Prairie Village, 4.9 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.0 miles away, based in Independence, 4.5 stars from 909 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tager Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Olathe, 4.9 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Independence, 4.8 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- 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
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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 Leawood, KS
Most washer calls in Leawood 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).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Leawood
- 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?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Leawood, KS
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Leawood
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.