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. 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.
Who Repairs Washers Near Rochester Hills
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Rochester Hills. 1 of them are based in Rochester Hills itself, and the rest are spread across Waterford Township (6), Madison Heights (4), and Clinton Township (4). 17 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is Higher Standards Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Rochester Hills. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 1.5, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 21 |
At the top of the Rochester Hills list: Detroit Appliance (14.1 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.8 stars from 1,139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.6 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Waterford Township, 4.8 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AJ's Appliance Repair & HVAC (12.9 miles away, based in Fraser, 4.6 stars from 1,181 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
The Usual Washer Culprits in Rochester Hills
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
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
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.
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:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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: $150–$400 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?
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.
What Rochester Hills Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Rochester Hills 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 Rochester Hills
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Rochester Hills, MI
Why won't my washer drain?
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Washing Machine Repair Near Rochester Hills
Before you call a Rochester Hills 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.