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.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Hays, KS
We found 8 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Hays. 5 list an address in Hays, and the rest are spread across Great Bend (2) and Russell (1). Distances run up to about 52 miles. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 8 businesses. Genuine Appliance Center is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Hays. Hays is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.9, 1.1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 8 |
At the top of the Hays list: Expert Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews); Miller's Appliance Services (0.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Genuine Appliance Center (0.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A & A Appliance Repair, LLC (1.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Hays Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Hays
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:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for Hays
Most washer calls in Hays 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.
In Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Hays
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Hays, KS
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Washer Repair by Brand in Hays
Washing Machine Repair Near Hays
Before you call a Hays 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.