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. The Firestone list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Firestone, CO
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Firestone. Other nearby bases include Thornton (10), Longmont (7), and Loveland (4). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. Of those, 7 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Elevation Appliance and Fireplace is the nearest, roughly 5.2 miles from Firestone. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Firestone. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.2, 7.0, 7.9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
Closest matches for Firestone: Columbine Appliance & Fireplaces (10.3 miles away, based in Erie, 4.8 stars from 2,693 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Northern Colorado (17.9 miles away, based in Loveland, 4.8 stars from 1,832 reviews); Elevation Appliance and Fireplace (5.2 miles away, based in Frederick, 5.0 stars from 167 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Boulder (16.7 miles away, based in Boulder, 4.8 stars from 598 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Firestone Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer smells like mildew.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Do not make an airtight seal between the drain hose and the standpipe or restrict the hose; standpipe height limits vary by model (Maytag's high-efficiency guide allows 18 to 96 inches). Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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.
What Firestone Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Firestone 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Firestone
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Firestone, CO
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Firestone faster and cheaper.