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 Lander, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Lander
6 repair companies serve Lander from within 119 miles. The rest are spread across Riverton (2), Rawlins (1), and Thayne (1). 1 of them mentions washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: T&T Appliance Inc., around 22.0 miles out. The 4 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Lander is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention washer work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 22.0, 22.5, 106.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 119 miles | 6 |
At the top of the Lander list: Sears Appliance Repair (22.5 miles away, based in Riverton, lists Saturday hours); T&T Appliance Inc. (22.0 miles away, based in Riverton, 3.9 stars from 55 reviews); Western Appliance Repair (118.0 miles away, based in Cody, 5.0 stars from 323 reviews); Drummond Refrigeration & Appliance (106.1 miles away, based in Rawlins, 4.5 stars from 21 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- 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
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lander. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Lander Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Lander 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 Lander
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lander, WY
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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.