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 Livonia that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Livonia
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Livonia. 11 list an address in Livonia, and the rest are spread across Detroit (8), Dearborn Heights (3), and Southfield (3). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Mr. Appliance of Oakland County is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Livonia. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.2, 1.8 |
Closest matches for Livonia: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (1.0 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 258 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.3 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.6 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Dearborn Heights (6.4 miles away, based in Dearborn Heights, 4.5 stars from 233 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Livonia. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
What Livonia Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Livonia 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Livonia
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Livonia, MI
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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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.