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. Below are the companies within reach of Palm Beach Gardens, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Palm Beach Gardens. 2 list an address in Palm Beach Gardens, and other nearby bases include West Palm Beach (19), Jupiter (7), and Riviera Beach (3). Distances run up to about 14 miles. 4 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is Bold Palm Beach Gardens Appliance Repair, about 3.7 miles away. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.7, 5.2, 5.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
First up for Palm Beach Gardens: Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, 4.5 stars from 671 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Avi Appliance Repair (20.7 miles away, based in Boynton Beach, 5.0 stars from 661 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Romano's Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in West Palm Beach, 4.9 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NorthStar Appliance Repair (6.9 miles away, based in Lake Park, 4.7 stars from 585 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
The Usual Washer Culprits in Palm Beach Gardens
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
To prevent siphoning, Whirlpool's instructions limit the drain hose to no more than 8 inches inside a standpipe that is at least 2 inches across and 39 to 96 inches tall, measured from the bottom of the washer. Source: Whirlpool - 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 hose replacement: $95–$170 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 lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Palm Beach Gardens
Most washer calls in Palm Beach Gardens 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Palm Beach Gardens
- 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?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Palm Beach Gardens, FL
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Why is there water left in my washer?
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Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Palm Beach Gardens
Washing Machine Repair Near Palm Beach Gardens
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 Palm Beach Gardens technician a trip for parts.