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 Waconia 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 Waconia
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Waconia. 1 of them are based in Waconia itself, and other nearby bases include Eden Prairie (5), Hopkins (5), and Plymouth (4). Distances run up to about 25 miles. 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Universal Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waconia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 4.8, 6.5 |
Closest matches for Waconia: Omega Force Appliance Repair (27.2 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Pro (23.3 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMA Appliance Service (18.8 miles away, based in Hopkins, 5.0 stars from 82 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.0 miles away, based in Eden Prairie, 4.5 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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 not spinning or washer not draining.
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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Waconia, MN
Most washer calls in Waconia 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 Waconia
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Waconia, MN
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Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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More Washing Machine Repair in Waconia, MN
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Waconia
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.