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 Cedar Hills that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Cedar Hills
Within 30 miles of Cedar Hills there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Orem (9), American Fork (5), and Lehi (5). Distances run up to about 11 miles. 2 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Paulesen Appliance Service., around 2.6 miles out. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cedar Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.6, 2.8, 2.8 |
At the top of the Cedar Hills list: PowerClean Appliance Repair (15.2 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.9 stars from 949 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Man (14.0 miles away, based in Sandy, 4.7 stars from 424 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Eagle Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in West Jordan, 4.9 stars from 204 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service By Paul (17.7 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.8 stars from 2,590 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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 spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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 roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
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.
What Cedar Hills Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Cedar Hills 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.
Utah has no contractor classification for appliance repair, but under the Construction Trades Licensing Act anyone who installs, repairs or replaces a residential or commercial gas appliance must hold natural gas technician certification, even on jobs otherwise too small to need a contractor license. Source: Utah Legislature H.B. 49 (2004), Natural Gas Technician Certification, amending Utah Code 58-55-305 and 58-55-308
In Utah, you can check a license with the Utah Licensee Lookup and Verification (Verify a License) or report a problem to the Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Cedar Hills
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cedar Hills, UT
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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 Cedar Hills technician can then bring the right parts for either one.