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 Westwood list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Westwood
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Westwood. The rest are spread across Battle Creek (4), Hastings (2), and Kalamazoo (1). Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Appliance Tech, LLC, around 3.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 11 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Westwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.8, 8.5, 20.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
First up for Westwood: Allens Appliance Repair (22.6 miles away, based in Battle Creek, 4.9 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Battle Creek, 4.5 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.2 miles away, based in Hastings, 4.3 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours); M&M Coin Laundry (8.5 miles away, based in Portage).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Westwood. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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 Westwood
Most washer calls in Westwood 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 Westwood
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Westwood, MI
Why won't my washer spin?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
More Washing Machine Repair in Westwood, MI
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Westwood
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 Westwood technician can then bring the right parts for either one.