A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Lake Lorraine
We found 13 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake Lorraine. The rest are spread across Destin (3), Fort Walton Beach (2), and Navarre (2). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. 3 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is SECOND CHANCE USED APPLIANCES & REPAIR, Fort Walton Beach, FL, about 2.3 miles away. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Lorraine. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.3, 3.0, 5.3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
Closest matches for Lake Lorraine: Surfside Appliance Repair (15.8 miles away, based in Navarre, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Fort Walton Beach, 4.6 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Spot (16.7 miles away, based in Santa Rosa Beach, 5.0 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SECOND CHANCE USED APPLIANCES & REPAIR, Fort Walton Beach, FL (2.3 miles away, based in Fort Walton Beach, 5.0 stars from 11 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Lake Lorraine
Most washer calls in Lake Lorraine 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Lake Lorraine
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lake Lorraine, FL
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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 Lake Lorraine technician a trip for parts.