Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Glendale that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Glendale
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Glendale. The rest are spread across St. Louis (25), Affton (2), and Ellisville (2). Distances run up to about 13 miles. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is American Appliance Service, about 3.0 miles away. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 3.1, 3.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Glendale list: All American Appliance and HVAC Services (6.0 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (5.8 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (15.0 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.3 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Glendale, MO
Most washer calls in Glendale 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Glendale
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Glendale, MO
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
More Washing Machine Repair in Glendale, MO
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Glendale
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.