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 St. Clair Shores list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near St. Clair Shores
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of St. Clair Shores. The rest are spread across Clinton Township (5), Warren (5), and Detroit (5). Of those, 14 mention washer or dryer work by name. Raleigh Appliance Service Inc is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from St. Clair Shores. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Clair Shores. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 2.0, 2.1 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for St. Clair Shores are A & E Appliance Repair, Parts & Service (2.1 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.6 stars from 1,415 reviews); AJ's Appliance Repair & HVAC (5.0 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.6 stars from 1,181 reviews); Detroit Appliance (3.7 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Macomb County (7.3 miles away, based in Mt Clemens, 4.8 stars from 245 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in St. Clair Shores. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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?
- 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 St. Clair Shores Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in St. Clair Shores 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 St. Clair Shores Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: St. Clair Shores, MI
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near St. Clair Shores
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 St. Clair Shores technician can then bring the right parts for either one.