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 Stewartville list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Stewartville MN
Within 60 miles of Stewartville there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Stewartville, and other nearby bases include Rochester (5), Charles City (3), and Austin (2). Distances run up to about 57 miles. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: In Home Repairs Appliance Service, around 3.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 25 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Stewartville is inside its regular service area.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.8, 5.3, 5.3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 25 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
The leading options for Stewartville are Med City Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Rochester, 5.0 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Rochester, MN (11.1 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.7 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.5 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Guyer's Appliance Service & Parts (5.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Stewartville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Stewartville, MN
Most washer calls in Stewartville 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Stewartville
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Stewartville, MN
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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?
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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 Stewartville technician can then bring the right parts for either one.