Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Catalina Foothills and the Pima County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Catalina Foothills, AZ
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Catalina Foothills. Other nearby bases include Tucson (40). Distances run up to about 8 miles. The closest is Ellie Appliance Repairs, about 2.9 miles away. 8 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.9, 4.6, 4.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
The leading options for Catalina Foothills are Frontline Appliances (7.0 miles away, based in Tucson, 4.9 stars from 482 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 5 Star Appliance Repair, LLC (8.3 miles away, based in Tucson, 4.9 stars from 437 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliance Repair of Greater Tucson, LLC (8.7 miles away, based in Tucson, 4.8 stars from 224 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Right On Appliance LLC | Appliance Repair in Tucson (12.2 miles away, based in Tucson, 5.0 stars from 101 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
The Usual Washer Culprits in Catalina Foothills
What Gets Fixed on a Catalina Foothills Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Catalina Foothills
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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 Catalina Foothills, AZ
Most washer calls in Catalina Foothills 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.
Arizona has no appliance-repair-specific license; work is regulated through Registrar of Contractors classifications, and state law removes the small-job (under $1,000) handyman exemption for any work connecting or repairing appliances on natural gas or propane. Source: A.R.S. 32-1121 - Persons not required to be licensed
In Arizona, you can check a license with the Arizona Registrar of Contractors Contractor Search or report a problem to the Arizona Attorney General Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Catalina Foothills
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Catalina Foothills, AZ
Why is there water left in my washer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Catalina Foothills
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Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Catalina Foothills technician a trip for parts.