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 St. Clair that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, St. Clair MO
Within 30 miles of St. Clair there are 15 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Union (2), Washington (2), and Ellisville (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Of those, 2 mention washer or dryer work by name. Union Applaince Repair. is the nearest, roughly 6.6 miles from St. Clair. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. Clair. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.6, 7.2, 9.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 15 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
At the top of the St. Clair list: Union Applaince Repair. (6.6 miles away, based in Union, 1.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Gerald Applaince Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Gerald, 2.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Apex Appliance Solutions LLC (7.2 miles away, based in Union, 5.0 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Guys (22.3 miles away, based in Eureka, 4.6 stars from 3,635 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
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.
Around St. Clair
Most washer calls in St. Clair 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.
Before You Book in St. Clair
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Clair, MO
Why won't my washer spin?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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.