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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Victoria, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Victoria
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Victoria. 1 of them are based in Victoria itself, and the rest are spread across Eden Prairie (5), Hopkins (5), and Plymouth (4). Distances run up to about 19 miles. Nearest on the list: First Choice Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 5.0, 5.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
At the top of the Victoria list: Omega Force Appliance Repair (23.6 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Pro (17.7 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMA Appliance Service (12.1 miles away, based in Hopkins, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Eden Prairie, 4.5 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Victoria. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - 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?
- 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 Victoria
Most washer calls in Victoria 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 Victoria
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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: Victoria, MN
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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.