When a washer quits in Makawao, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Makawao list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Makawao
Our data shows 5 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Makawao. 1 of them are based in Makawao itself, and the rest are spread across Lahaina (2), Kahului (1), and Wailuku (1). Nearest on the list: Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC, around 2.8 miles out. 1 of them mentions washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The 3 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Makawao is inside its regular service area.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 5 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
| Mention washer work | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 10.4, 11.6 |
The leading options for Makawao are Sears Appliance Repair (10.4 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (2.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); almost anything (11.6 miles away, based in Wailuku).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer smells like mildew.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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
Do not make an airtight seal between the drain hose and the standpipe or restrict the hose; standpipe height limits vary by model (Maytag's high-efficiency guide allows 18 to 96 inches). Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Makawao, HI
Most washer calls in Makawao 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Makawao
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Makawao, HI
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Makawao faster and cheaper.