Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The St. Joseph list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, St. Joseph MO
40 repair companies serve St. Joseph from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Kansas City (13), Independence (6), and St Joseph (5). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. Nearest on the list: C&M Appliance Sales-Parts-Service, around 0.5 miles out. 7 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. St. Joseph is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 51 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.8, 0.9 |
The leading options for St. Joseph are Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, based in St Joseph, 4.7 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Greg's Appliances (1.3 miles away, based in St Joseph, 4.6 stars from 303 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.2 miles away, based in Cameron, 4.8 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 2 Bald Guys Repair (21.2 miles away, based in Atchison, 4.7 stars from 283 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in St. Joseph. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
What St. Joseph Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in St. Joseph 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. Joseph
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: St. Joseph, MO
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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.