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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near St. Francis, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, St. Francis MN
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of St. Francis. Other nearby bases include Blaine (5), Ham Lake (3), and Forest Lake (3). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. The closest is Home Appliance Service | St Francis, about 1.6 miles away. 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Francis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 5.9, 8.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 54 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
The leading options for St. Francis are Omega Force Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (11.9 miles away, based in Ham Lake, 4.4 stars from 440 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in Forest Lake, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Minnesota Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in North Branch, 5.0 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire 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: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in St. Francis. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
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.
Local Notes for St. Francis
Most washer calls in St. Francis 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near St. Francis
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Francis, MN
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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 St. Francis technician can then bring the right parts for either one.