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 Sturgis, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Sturgis
Our data shows 7 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Sturgis. The rest are spread across Rapid City (5) and Spearfish (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. T & W Appliance LLC is the nearest, roughly 17.8 miles from Sturgis. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 5 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Sturgis is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sturgis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 17.8, 18.6, 23.4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 7 |
Closest matches for Sturgis: Appliance Repair Services (28.9 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.9 stars from 279 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Spearfish, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.0 miles away, based in Rapid City, lists Saturday hours); K&D Appliance Service (27.4 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.8 stars from 1,304 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. 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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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.
Around Sturgis
Most washer calls in Sturgis 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 Sturgis
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Sturgis, SD
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Sturgis
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 Sturgis technician can then bring the right parts for either one.