Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Welby list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Welby
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Welby. Other nearby bases include Westminster (12), Thornton (11), and Denver (7). Nearest on the list: Brand Source Appliance Repair - Thornton, around 1.5 miles out. 9 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Welby. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.9, 2.3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
The leading options for Welby are FiXiFY Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Denver Rapid Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Denver, 4.9 stars from 192 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Master Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Thornton, 5.0 stars from 223 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tonny's Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 217 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
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
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
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Welby
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:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Around Welby
Most washer calls in Welby 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.
Questions to Ask a Welby Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Welby, CO
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Do you cover Welby and nearby towns?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why is my washer leaking?
Washer Repair by Brand in Welby
Washing Machine Repair Near Welby
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 Welby technician a trip for parts.