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 Mankato list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Mankato
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Mankato. 4 of them are based in Mankato itself, and other nearby bases include Burnsville (4), Eden Prairie (4), and Savage (3). Nearest on the list: DeGroods Appliance Parts and Service, around 0.9 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 31 businesses. Mankato is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.1, 6.9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 56 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
At the top of the Mankato list: Appliance Repair Pro (50.6 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.7 miles away, based in New Ulm, 4.7 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.2 miles away, based in Burnsville, 4.4 stars from 160 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMA Appliance Service (58.6 miles away, based in Hopkins, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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 washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Mankato. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Mankato
Most washer calls in Mankato 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 Mankato Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mankato, MN
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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.