Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Richmond
Within 30 miles of Richmond there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Clinton Township (5), Warren (4), and Sterling Heights (2). Distances run up to about 28 miles. The closest is Uncle Jack's Appliance Repair, about 4.8 miles away. 16 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Richmond. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 20 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 49 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.8, 6.9, 14.7 |
First up for Richmond: Detroit Appliance (22.0 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in Clinton Township, 4.5 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AJ's Appliance Repair & HVAC (20.8 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.6 stars from 1,181 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in Marine City, 4.6 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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 Richmond
Most washer calls in Richmond 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 Richmond
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- 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?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Richmond, MI
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my washer leaking?
What should I check before calling?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
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Washing Machine Repair Near Richmond
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Richmond faster and cheaper.