When a washer quits in Ulysses, 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 Ulysses list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Ulysses, KS
6 repair companies serve Ulysses from within 75 miles. Other nearby bases include Garden City (2), Liberal (2), and Guymon (1). The farthest listed company is about 75 miles out. 2 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Service Guard is the nearest, roughly 37.5 miles from Ulysses. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 5 businesses. Ulysses 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (75 mi) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 37.5, 38.4, 43.6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
At the top of the Ulysses list: Sears Appliance Repair (61.1 miles away, based in Guymon, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (45.0 miles away, based in Liberal, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pro (38.4 miles away, based in Garden City, 4.0 stars from 8 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Service Guard (37.5 miles away, based in Garden City, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
The Usual Washer Culprits in Ulysses
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Ulysses, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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.
Around Ulysses
Most washer calls in Ulysses 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).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Ulysses
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Ulysses, KS
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Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Ulysses
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Before you call a Ulysses 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.