Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Madison, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Madison
Within 60 miles of Madison there are 15 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Sioux Falls (11), Mitchell (2), and Brookings (1). The farthest listed company is about 51 miles out. The closest is Mr. Appliance of Brookings, about 24.0 miles away. 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Madison is inside its regular service area.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 24.0, 33.7, 36.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 15 |
The leading options for Madison are Midtek Appliance Repair (39.2 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 589 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Brookings (24.0 miles away, based in Brookings, 4.9 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Sioux Falls (38.2 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 668 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (51.5 miles away, based in Mitchell, 4.5 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Local Notes for Madison
Most washer calls in Madison 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.
The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues Appliance Contractor and Appliance Installer licenses as plumbing specialty licenses; official pages reviewed did not spell out which appliance work they cover or whether repair alone requires one. Source: South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing
In South Dakota, you can check a license with the South Dakota Plumbing Commission lists of licensees (specialty licensees, including appliance) or report a problem to the South Dakota Attorney General, Division of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Madison
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Madison, SD
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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 Madison technician can then bring the right parts for either one.