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 Gardnerville Ranchos list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Gardnerville Ranchos
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Gardnerville Ranchos. Other nearby bases include Reno (15), Sparks (5), and Gardnerville (4). Distances run up to about 58 miles. Nearest on the list: Integral Endeavors, around 0.7 miles out. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Gardnerville Ranchos 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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.0, 3.1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 32 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
First up for Gardnerville Ranchos: Sears Appliance Repair (14.4 miles away, based in South Lake Tahoe, 4.5 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (39.7 miles away, based in Reno, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Reno (43.5 miles away, based in Reno, 4.8 stars from 925 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.3 miles away, based in Carson City, 4.5 stars from 89 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Gardnerville Ranchos. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
What Gardnerville Ranchos Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Gardnerville Ranchos 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Gardnerville Ranchos
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Gardnerville Ranchos, NV
Why won't my washer spin?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Other Washer Repair in Gardnerville Ranchos
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Gardnerville Ranchos
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.