Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Ann Arbor and the Washtenaw County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Ann Arbor, MI
Within 30 miles of Ann Arbor there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Ann Arbor, and other nearby bases include Livonia (11), Romulus (3), and Dearborn Heights (3). The closest is Anytime Ann Arbor Appliance Repair, about 0.6 miles away. 12 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ann Arbor. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 2.6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
First up for Ann Arbor: Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (19.8 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (18.2 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Michigan Appliance Repair (24.9 miles away, based in Hartland, 4.8 stars from 863 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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.
Laundry Notes for Ann Arbor, MI
City of Ann Arbor Water Treatment Services, which supplies Ann Arbor, reports hardness of hard; total hardness averaged about 130 mg/L (about 7.6 grains per gallon), ranging roughly 96-170 mg/L, in the city's 2019 water quality report. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: 2019 Water Quality Report - City of Ann Arbor
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Ann Arbor
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Ann Arbor, MI
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Before you call a Ann Arbor 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.