Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Port Huron and the St. Clair County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Port Huron
Within 60 miles of Port Huron there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Port Huron, and the rest are spread across Clinton Township (5), Warren (3), and Sterling Heights (2). Distances run up to about 46 miles. 17 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Attaboy Repair Llc, around 1.6 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Port Huron is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 2.8, 14.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention washer work | 24 |
Closest matches for Port Huron: Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Fort Gratiot Township, 4.8 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Detroit Appliance (40.8 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.1 miles away, based in Marine City, 4.6 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.0 miles away, based in Clinton Township, 4.5 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
The Usual Washer Culprits in Port Huron
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
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
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
To prevent siphoning, Whirlpool's instructions limit the drain hose to no more than 8 inches inside a standpipe that is at least 2 inches across and 39 to 96 inches tall, measured from the bottom of the washer. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Port Huron, MI
Most washer calls in Port Huron 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 Port Huron
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Port Huron, MI
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Port Huron
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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 Port Huron technician a trip for parts.