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 Merritt Island list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Merritt Island
We found 35 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Merritt Island. 5 of them are based in Merritt Island itself, and the rest are spread across Palm Bay (10), Melbourne (7), and Cocoa (5). Distances run up to about 28 miles. APPLIED AI STRATEGIES LLC is the nearest, roughly 2.4 miles from Merritt Island. 9 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.5 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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 2.7, 2.9 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 35 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
At the top of the Merritt Island list: Capritta Appliance & Air Conditioning (16.3 miles away, based in West Melbourne, 4.9 stars from 1,976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Melbourne (5.9 miles away, based in Melbourne, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews); RMJP Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in Palm Bay, 4.9 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 638 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Merritt Island
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:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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 Merritt Island
Most washer calls in Merritt Island 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.
Questions to Ask a Merritt Island Washer Technician
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Merritt Island, FL
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Before you call a Merritt Island 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.