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 Minot AFB that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Minot AFB ND
Within 60 miles of Minot AFB there are 5 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Minot (4) and Surrey (1). Distances run up to about 16 miles. Minot Air Conditioning and Refrigeration.. is the nearest, roughly 12.3 miles from Minot AFB. Of those, 1 mentions washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 5 businesses. Minot AFB is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.3, 14.0, 14.9 |
At the top of the Minot AFB list: Sears Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Minot, 4.2 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TJ Appliance Service (15.1 miles away, based in Minot, 4.4 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mike's Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Minot, 4.6 stars from 35 reviews); A3 Appliance Service LLC (15.8 miles away, based in Surrey, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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 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:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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.
Around Minot AFB
Most washer calls in Minot AFB 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.
Before You Book in Minot AFB
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Minot AFB, ND
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
More Washing Machine Repair in Minot AFB, ND
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Minot AFB
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 Minot AFB technician can then bring the right parts for either one.