Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Moscow list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Moscow
11 repair companies serve Moscow from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Moscow, and other nearby bases include Lewiston (7), Clarkston (2), and Des Moines (1). Distances run up to about 25 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Moscow. Of those, 4 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 10 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Moscow is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Moscow. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 20.9, 21.5 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
At the top of the Moscow list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.3 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CM Appliance Repair (25.4 miles away, based in Lewiston, 4.8 stars from 112 reviews); Lewiston MW & Appliance; (24.0 miles away, based in Lewiston, 5.0 stars from 20 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in Lewiston, 4.4 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Moscow
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Moscow
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Moscow, ID
Most washer calls in Moscow 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.
Idaho's Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses does not list appliance repair as a licensed profession; gas piping and gas appliance work falls under the state's HVAC licensing, which includes specialty licenses for those trades. Source: Is My Profession Licensed? - Idaho DOPL
In Idaho, you can check a license with the Idaho DOPL Search for a License or Registration or report a problem to the Idaho Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Moscow
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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: Moscow, ID
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why is my washer leaking?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Washer Repair by Brand in Moscow
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Before you call a Moscow 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.