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 Lake Wales list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Lake Wales, FL
Within 30 miles of Lake Wales there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Lakeland (16), Kissimmee (8), and Winter Haven (5). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 6 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: EC FIX APPLIANCES, around 8.2 miles out. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention washer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.2, 10.3, 10.8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Lake Wales are Mr. Budget Appliance Service (12.1 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.6 stars from 213 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (23.3 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (18.5 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven (10.8 miles away, based in Winter Haven, 4.5 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
The Usual Washer Culprits in Lake Wales
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Lake Wales
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not spinning.
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Lake Wales
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:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- 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.
Around Lake Wales
Most washer calls in Lake Wales 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 Wales
- 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?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lake Wales, FL
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Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Lake Wales
Washing Machine Repair Near Lake Wales
Before you call a Lake Wales technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.