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 Devils Lake list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Devils Lake ND
Our data shows 6 appliance repair companies inside a 86-mile radius of Devils Lake. 2 of them are based in Devils Lake itself, and other nearby bases include Grand Forks (3) and Jamestown (1). The farthest listed company is about 86 miles out. 2 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Karl's TV & Appliance Devils Lake is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Devils Lake. The 5 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Devils Lake is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Devils Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (86 mi) | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.7, 83.5 |
Closest matches for Devils Lake: Karl's TV & Appliance Devils Lake (0.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (85.7 miles away, based in Grand Forks, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brad's Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (84.8 miles away, based in Grand Forks, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Devils Lake. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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 Devils Lake Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Devils Lake 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 North Dakota, you can check a license with the North Dakota Secretary of State FirstStop contractor search or report a problem to the North Dakota Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Devils Lake
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Devils Lake, ND
Why won't my washer spin?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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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 Devils Lake technician can then bring the right parts for either one.