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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Gillette, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Gillette WY
We found 7 appliance repair companies within 83 miles of Gillette. 2 of them are based in Gillette itself, and other nearby bases include Sheridan (3) and Spearfish (2). The farthest listed company is about 83 miles out. 3 list washer or dryer work specifically. Shield Appliance is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Gillette. Across 4 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Gillette is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Appliance repair companies in range (83 mi) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 21.9, 79.3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
First up for Gillette: Shield Appliance (1.2 miles away, 4.5 stars from 25 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (81.4 miles away, based in Sheridan, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (82.4 miles away, based in Spearfish, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (79.3 miles away, based in Sheridan, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Gillette, WY
Most washer calls in Gillette 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 Wyoming State Fire Marshal licenses electricians, electrical contractors and limited technicians (including an HVAC category), and its licensing page lists no appliance repair license. Source: Wyoming State Fire Marshal: Electrical Licensing
In Wyoming, you can check a license with the Wyoming State Fire Marshal Public Portal (electrical licensing) or report a problem to the Wyoming Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Unit.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Gillette
- 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?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Gillette, WY
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.