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 Fort Collins and the Larimer County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Fort Collins
Our data shows 39 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fort Collins. 15 list an address in Fort Collins, and other nearby bases include Loveland (8), Longmont (7), and Johnstown (3). Distances run up to about 28 miles. 6 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is Cornerstone Appliance Repair LLC, about 0.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 36 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 0.6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 39 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
At the top of the Fort Collins list: Mr. Appliance of Northern Colorado (9.9 miles away, based in Loveland, 4.8 stars from 1,832 reviews); Manweiler Appliance (9.7 miles away, based in Windsor, 4.9 stars from 649 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NoCo Appliance (9.6 miles away, based in Loveland, 4.9 stars from 30 reviews); Viking Repair Pro (26.6 miles away, based in Longmont, 4.7 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
The Usual Washer Culprits in Fort Collins
What Gets Fixed on a Fort Collins Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Water, Power and Safety First
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency 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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Fort Collins, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Fort Collins, CO
Fort Collins Utilities, which supplies Fort Collins, reports hardness of no number published; the utility describes its source water as naturally soft with low mineral content. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Fort Collins Utilities: 2025 Water Quality Report
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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Fort Collins
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Fort Collins, CO
What should I check before calling?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Fort Collins
Washing Machine Repair Near Fort Collins
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 Fort Collins technician a trip for parts.