Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The Forest Lake 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 Forest Lake
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Forest Lake. 3 list an address in Forest Lake, and other nearby bases include Blaine (5), Ham Lake (3), and St Paul (3). Distances run up to about 21 miles. Nearest on the list: Bilder Appliance Repair Minnesota, around 2.5 miles out. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 25 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Forest Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 3.0, 3.2 |
At the top of the Forest Lake list: Super Care Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in West St Paul, 4.9 stars from 1,075 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (29.4 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (13.4 miles away, based in Ham Lake, 4.4 stars from 440 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Forest Lake. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Local Notes for Forest Lake
Most washer calls in Forest Lake 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Questions to Ask a Forest Lake Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Forest Lake, MN
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.