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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Lake Elmo that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lake Elmo
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Elmo. 1 list an address in Lake Elmo, and other nearby bases include St Paul (9), Maplewood (3), and West St Paul (3). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Independent Appliance Repair | Lake Elmo, around 1.4 miles out. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Elmo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 3.5, 3.9 |
The leading options for Lake Elmo are Super Care Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in West St Paul, 4.9 stars from 1,075 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shortie's Appliances (3.9 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.7 stars from 178 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.8 miles away, based in River Falls, 4.5 stars from 183 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
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.
Around Lake Elmo
Most washer calls in Lake Elmo 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 Lake Elmo Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Elmo, MN
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lake Elmo
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 Lake Elmo technician can then bring the right parts for either one.