When a washer quits in Gaylord, 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 Gaylord list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Gaylord
19 repair companies serve Gaylord from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Gaylord itself, and other nearby bases include Traverse City (3), Grayling (2), and Houghton Lake (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Advanced Appliance & Refrigeration. is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Gaylord. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 19 businesses. Gaylord is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Companies within 60 miles | 19 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 24.6, 25.7 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
First up for Gaylord: Tri-Lakes Appliance Repair, Inc. (28.4 miles away, based in Alanson, 5.0 stars from 570 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Grayling, 4.7 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Petoskey, 4.4 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); MI Appliance Repair (24.6 miles away, based in Grayling, 4.9 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What Gaylord Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Gaylord 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Gaylord
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Gaylord, MI
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is there anything I can try first?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Gaylord
Washing Machine Repair Near Gaylord
Before you call a Gaylord 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.