Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Woodbury, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Woodbury
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Woodbury. 1 list an address in Woodbury, and the rest are spread across St Paul (8), Maplewood (3), and Cottage Grove (3). Distances run up to about 17 miles. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Batteries Plus Phone Repair, about 2.8 miles away. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Woodbury. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 3.9, 4.4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
First up for Woodbury: Super Care Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in West St Paul, 4.9 stars from 1,075 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Pro (23.2 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in River Falls, 4.5 stars from 183 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
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
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 leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
What Woodbury Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Woodbury 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 Woodbury
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Woodbury, MN
Why won't my washer spin?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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 Woodbury technician can then bring the right parts for either one.