A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lansing and the Ingham County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Lansing, MI
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lansing. 5 list an address in Lansing, and the rest are spread across Holt (1), Bath Township (1), and Mason (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. Nearest on the list: Elmorique Appliance Repair Lansing, around 1.7 miles out. 3 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 11 businesses.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 2.4, 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
At the top of the Lansing list: Lane’s Appliance Sales and Service (3.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,676 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, 4.3 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shaw's Appliance Service - Servicing Dansville, Mason, Leslie, Holt, Lansing and East Lansing (12.5 miles away, based in Mason, 4.0 stars from 26 reviews); Ace Appliance Service, Inc (5.1 miles away, based in Holt, 4.9 stars from 39 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
The Usual Washer Culprits in Lansing
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Lansing
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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 Lansing
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:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Around Lansing
Most washer calls in Lansing 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 Lansing
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lansing, MI
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Before you call a Lansing 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.