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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Sunset and the Miami-Dade County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Sunset
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Sunset. Other nearby bases include Miami (35), Coral Gables (4), and South Miami (1). Nearest on the list: South Miami Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. 8 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The 29 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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.8, 1.7 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
Closest matches for Sunset: Flamingo Appliance Service (4.9 miles away, based in Miami, 4.5 stars from 7,231 reviews); Max Appliance Repair Miami (6.4 miles away, based in Coral Gables, 4.9 stars from 236 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Doral, 4.6 stars from 551 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Glyn's Appliance Repair Service (3.9 miles away, based in Miami, 4.9 stars from 182 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
The Usual Washer Culprits in Sunset
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer smells like mildew.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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?
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:
- 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- 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?
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 Sunset
Most washer calls in Sunset 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 Sunset
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Sunset, FL
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Which areas near Sunset do these technicians cover?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Sunset
Washing Machine Repair Near Sunset
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Sunset faster and cheaper.