When a washer quits in Birmingham, 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 Birmingham list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Birmingham, MI
Within 30 miles of Birmingham there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Detroit (6), Madison Heights (4), and Warren (4). 7 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Guardian Appliance Repair Team, around 3.0 miles out. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Birmingham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 4.3, 4.4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
At the top of the Birmingham list: Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Conner's Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Madison Heights, 4.7 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ground Up Appliance Repairs and Installations (5.2 miles away, based in Royal Oak, 4.5 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.6 stars from 258 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Birmingham
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
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
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 Birmingham
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:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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.
Local Notes for Birmingham
Most washer calls in Birmingham 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.
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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Birmingham
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Birmingham, MI
What should I check before calling?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Birmingham do these technicians cover?
Washer Repair by Brand in Birmingham
Washing Machine Repair Near Birmingham
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Birmingham faster and cheaper.