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. 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.
Washer Technicians Serving Grosse Pointe, MI
40 repair companies serve Grosse Pointe from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Detroit (8), Warren (5), and Clinton Township (5). 13 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is B & Z Service Company, LLC, about 1.4 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.7, 2.7 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
Closest matches for Grosse Pointe: Detroit Appliance (9.6 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A & E Appliance Repair, Parts & Service (7.5 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.6 stars from 1,415 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AJ's Appliance Repair & HVAC (11.1 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.6 stars from 1,181 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
The Usual Washer Culprits in Grosse Pointe
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Grosse Pointe
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not spinning.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Grosse Pointe
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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.
What Grosse Pointe Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Grosse Pointe 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.
Before You Book in Grosse Pointe
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Grosse Pointe, MI
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Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Grosse Pointe technician a trip for parts.