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.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Rexburg
12 repair companies serve Rexburg from within 60 miles. 3 of them are based in Rexburg itself, and other nearby bases include Idaho Falls (4), Blackfoot (3), and Rigby (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. 3 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Walker Appliance & Refrigeration is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Rexburg. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Rexburg is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rexburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.4, 3.9 |
At the top of the Rexburg list: Making Mends Appliance Repair & Rentals (2.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 59 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.6 miles away, based in Idaho Falls, 4.7 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sarah's Appliance Repair LLC (26.6 miles away, based in Idaho Falls, 4.8 stars from 106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Walker Appliance & Refrigeration (1.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 47 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- 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 draining or washer not filling with water.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Rexburg, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for Rexburg
Most washer calls in Rexburg 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.
Questions to Ask a Rexburg Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Rexburg, ID
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Before you call a Rexburg 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.