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. The Cadillac 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 Cadillac
22 repair companies serve Cadillac from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Traverse City (3), Houghton Lake (2), and Grayling (2). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Lewis Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 11.9 miles from Cadillac. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Cadillac is inside its regular service area.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 11.9, 13.4, 26.6 |
At the top of the Cadillac list: MI Appliance Repair (45.0 miles away, based in Grayling, 4.9 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.4 miles away, based in Manistee, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (56.6 miles away, based in Mt Pleasant, 4.7 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.6 miles away, based in Grayling, 4.7 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Cadillac. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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 roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 Cadillac
Most washer calls in Cadillac 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.
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Cadillac
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cadillac, MI
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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.