Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Sebastian, FL
Our data shows 36 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Sebastian. 2 list an address in Sebastian, and the rest are spread across Vero Beach (10), Palm Bay (10), and Fort Pierce (7). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. R and S Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Sebastian. Of those, 11 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sebastian. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 2.5, 4.9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 36 |
First up for Sebastian: Capritta Appliance & Air Conditioning (22.9 miles away, based in West Melbourne, 4.9 stars from 1,976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Vero Beach (10.6 miles away, based in Vero Beach, 4.8 stars from 364 reviews); RMJP Appliance Repair (16.3 miles away, based in Palm Bay, 4.9 stars from 130 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Home Repair Services LLC (26.8 miles away, based in Fort Pierce, 4.9 stars from 345 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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.
Local Notes for Sebastian
Most washer calls in Sebastian 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 Sebastian
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Sebastian, FL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why won't my washer drain?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
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Before you call a Sebastian 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.