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 North Mankato list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near North Mankato
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of North Mankato. The rest are spread across Mankato (4), Burnsville (4), and Eden Prairie (4). 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. DeGroods Appliance Parts and Service is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from North Mankato. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. North Mankato is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 53 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 4.0, 4.4 |
Closest matches for North Mankato: Sears Appliance Repair (21.6 miles away, based in New Ulm, 4.7 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Pro (52.0 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (53.7 miles away, based in Burnsville, 4.4 stars from 160 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMA Appliance Service (59.4 miles away, based in Hopkins, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 North Mankato
Most washer calls in North 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.
Before You Book in North Mankato
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: North Mankato, MN
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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.