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 Ephraim, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Ephraim
14 repair companies serve Ephraim from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Spanish Fork (4), Springville (4), and Price (3). 3 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Henry's Appliance Repair, around 6.9 miles out. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Ephraim is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ephraim. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 3 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.9, 44.5, 44.7 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 14 |
First up for Ephraim: Sears Appliance Repair (44.5 miles away, based in Price, 4.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (53.0 miles away, based in Spanish Fork, 4.3 stars from 52 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Henry's Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Manti, 4.4 stars from 13 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (59.6 miles away, based in Provo, 2.3 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Ephraim. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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 Ephraim
Most washer calls in Ephraim 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Ephraim
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ephraim, UT
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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.