Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Milan list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Milan
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Milan. The rest are spread across Livonia (8), Ann Arbor (5), and Monroe (3). 7 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC is the nearest, roughly 10.3 miles from Milan. The 37 rated companies in range average 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.3, 11.3, 13.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 55 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
The leading options for Milan are Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (26.3 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (29.0 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.8 stars from 1,168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.9 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.6 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Monroe, 4.6 stars from 441 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
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 draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Milan. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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.
Around Milan
Most washer calls in Milan 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 Milan Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Milan, MI
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Milan
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.