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. 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 Winter Haven, FL
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Winter Haven. 5 list an address in Winter Haven, and other nearby bases include Lakeland (16), Kissimmee (6), and Davenport (4). Distances run up to about 27 miles. 8 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven is the nearest, roughly 1.8 miles from Winter Haven. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 27 businesses.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 52 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 3.3, 3.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
At the top of the Winter Haven list: Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (10.2 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Budget Appliance Service (5.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 213 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (15.6 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Winter Haven (1.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 127 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Winter Haven, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Laundry Notes for Winter Haven, FL
Most washer calls in Winter Haven 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Winter Haven
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Winter Haven, FL
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Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Washer Repair by Brand in Winter Haven
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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 Winter Haven technician a trip for parts.