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 Lapeer list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Lapeer MI
We found 33 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lapeer. 2 list an address in Lapeer, and the rest are spread across Waterford Township (5), Flint (4), and Burton (2). The closest is Blake's Appliance & Refrigeration Service, about 0.5 miles away. 12 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.7, 10.5 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 33 |
First up for Lapeer: Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.6 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Waterford (24.6 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.7 stars from 348 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.7 miles away, based in Fenton, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.0 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.7 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- 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
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lapeer. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
What Lapeer Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Lapeer 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.
Questions to Ask a Lapeer Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lapeer, MI
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Lapeer technician can then bring the right parts for either one.