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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Rapid Valley that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Rapid Valley
Our data shows 8 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Rapid Valley. Other nearby bases include Rapid City (5), Spearfish (2), and Hot Springs (1). The farthest listed company is about 47 miles out. Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is K&D Appliance Service, about 2.8 miles away. The 6 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Rapid Valley is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 3.8, 3.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
At the top of the Rapid Valley list: Appliance Repair Services (4.2 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.9 stars from 279 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in Rapid City, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.6 miles away, based in Spearfish, lists Saturday hours); K&D Appliance Service (2.8 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.8 stars from 1,304 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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 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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$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?
- 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?
- 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?
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 Rapid Valley
Most washer calls in Rapid Valley 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 Rapid Valley
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Rapid Valley, SD
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why won't my washer spin?
Other Washer Repair in Rapid Valley
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Rapid Valley
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.