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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Winona that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Winona MN
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Winona. 1 of them are based in Winona itself, and the rest are spread across Eau Claire (7), Rochester (5), and La Crosse (4). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Benedict Sales & Service - Winona branch, around 1.2 miles out. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Winona is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 25.3, 26.5 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 27 |
The leading options for Winona are Med City Appliance Repair (39.0 miles away, based in Rochester, 5.0 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Rochester, MN (39.3 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.7 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (39.4 miles away, based in Rochester, 4.5 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair of La Crescent (28.2 miles away, based in La Crescent, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews).
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
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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 washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Winona. 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Winona, MN
Most washer calls in Winona 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 Winona
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Winona, MN
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why won't my washer spin?
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 Winona technician can then bring the right parts for either one.