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 Ellisville that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Ellisville MO
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Ellisville. 2 of them are based in Ellisville itself, and other nearby bases include St. Louis (14), St Peters (5), and St Charles (3). Of those, 10 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Cosmo Kitchen Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ellisville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.2, 4.3 |
Closest matches for Ellisville: Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (5.4 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All American Appliance and HVAC Services (14.8 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (14.2 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Chesterfield, 4.4 stars from 461 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Ellisville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- 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?
- 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 Ellisville, MO
Most washer calls in Ellisville 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Ellisville
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ellisville, MO
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Other Washer Repair in Ellisville
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ellisville
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.