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 Ham Lake list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ham Lake
Within 30 miles of Ham Lake there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Ham Lake, and other nearby bases include Blaine (5), Minneapolis (5), and Forest Lake (3). Distances run up to about 19 miles. 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. Appliance Solutions is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Ham Lake. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ham Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 1.9, 3.0 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Ham Lake are Omega Force Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (1.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 440 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Forest Lake, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- 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
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Ham Lake. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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 Ham Lake Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Ham 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Ham Lake
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ham Lake, MN
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.