A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Sunset Hills that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Sunset Hills
Within 30 miles of Sunset Hills there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (24), Affton (2), and Ellisville (2). Appliance-Mend.com LLC is the nearest, roughly 2.7 miles from Sunset Hills. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 27 rated companies in range average 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 4.4, 4.7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Sunset Hills: All American Appliance and HVAC Services (10.5 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (6.3 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.3 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (18.5 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Sunset Hills. 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Local Notes for Sunset Hills
Most washer calls in Sunset Hills 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 Sunset Hills
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Sunset Hills, MO
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
More Washing Machine Repair in Sunset Hills, MO
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Sunset Hills
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 Sunset Hills technician can then bring the right parts for either one.