Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Elko, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Elko
6 repair companies serve Elko from within 159 miles. Other nearby bases include Twin Falls (3), Spring Creek (1), and Winnemucca (1). Distances run up to about 159 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Guys, around 5.7 miles out. The 6 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Elko is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elko. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.7, 99.1, 136.1 |
| Companies within 159 miles | 6 |
At the top of the Elko list: Appliance Guys (5.7 miles away, based in Spring Creek, 4.6 stars from 18 reviews); TheseHappyDaysRepair&Maintain, LLC (99.1 miles away, based in Winnemucca, 3.0 stars from 1 reviews); Wilder Appliance (136.1 miles away, based in Twin Falls, 4.9 stars from 30 reviews); Pro-Tech Service (136.2 miles away, based in Twin Falls, 4.4 stars from 138 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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 not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Elko. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- 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?
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 Elko
Most washer calls in Elko 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.
Nevada has no license class for appliance repair as such; contracting work on gas piping, gas vents and water heaters falls under the State Contractors Board's C-1 plumbing and heating subclassifications. Source: Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 624 (NAC 624.190)
In Nevada, you can check a license with the Nevada State Contractors Board License Search or report a problem to the Nevada Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Elko
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Elko, NV
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.