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. The Orono 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 Orono
Within 30 miles of Orono there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Minneapolis (8), Eden Prairie (5), and Hopkins (5). 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Wayzata Appliance Repair Service, around 2.3 miles out. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.3, 4.1, 4.2 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Orono: Omega Force Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Super Care Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in West St Paul, 4.9 stars from 1,075 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMA Appliance Service (8.6 miles away, based in Hopkins, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews); Appliance Repair Pro (19.7 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting 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: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Orono. 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Orono
Most washer calls in Orono 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 Orono Washer Technician
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Orono, MN
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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 Orono technician can then bring the right parts for either one.