When a washer quits in Derby, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Derby and the Adams County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Derby
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Derby. Other nearby bases include Thornton (13), Denver (8), and Westminster (8). Rick's Appliance Sales & Service is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Derby. 7 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.7 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) | 43 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.9, 1.9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
The leading options for Derby are FiXiFY Appliance Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Denver Rapid Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 192 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Master Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Thornton, 5.0 stars from 223 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Repair Porter Inc - Cherry Creek (8.6 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Derby Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Derby
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Local Notes for Derby
Most washer calls in Derby 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.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
In Colorado, you can check a license with the Colorado DORA License Lookup or report a problem to the Colorado Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Derby
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Derby, CO
What should I check before calling?
Which areas near Derby do these technicians cover?
Why is my washer leaking?
How much does washing machine repair cost in Derby?
Washer Repair by Brand in Derby
Washing Machine Repair in Nearby Cities
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 Derby technician a trip for parts.