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. The Shiprock list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Shiprock
Our data shows 8 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Shiprock. Other nearby bases include Durango (4), Farmington (3), and Cortez (1). Distances run up to about 57 miles. The closest is Appliance Service Co.., about 27.0 miles away. 3 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 8 businesses. Shiprock is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 27.0, 29.7, 30.5 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 8 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Shiprock: Sears Appliance Repair (30.5 miles away, based in Farmington, 3.3 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.9 miles away, based in Cortez, 3.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (55.4 miles away, based in Durango, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Co.. (27.0 miles away, based in Farmington, 4.5 stars from 15 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire 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 not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Shiprock, NM
Most washer calls in Shiprock 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.
New Mexico has no appliance-repair-only license; installing, repairing and servicing natural gas piping and listed gas appliances falls under the Construction Industries Division's MM-2 natural gas fitting classification. Source: CID License Classifications and Scopes (City of Albuquerque)
In New Mexico, you can check a license with the NM Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries: Verify a License or report a problem to the New Mexico Department of Justice (Attorney General), Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Shiprock Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Shiprock, NM
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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 Shiprock technician can then bring the right parts for either one.