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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Plymouth, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Plymouth
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Plymouth. 2 of them are based in Plymouth itself, and the rest are spread across Livonia (11), Detroit (8), and Dearborn Heights (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. The closest is Westland Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Plymouth. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.2, 3.1 |
The leading options for Plymouth are Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (5.0 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.6 stars from 258 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Lincoln Park, 4.6 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Dearborn Heights (9.5 miles away, based in Dearborn Heights, 4.5 stars from 233 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Plymouth. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Plymouth Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Plymouth 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 Plymouth
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Plymouth, MI
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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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.