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 Saginaw and the Saginaw County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Saginaw
Within 30 miles of Saginaw there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Saginaw, and the rest are spread across Bay City (3), Frankenmuth (2), and Clio (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: Art Noey Appliance, around 4.7 miles out. 3 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.7, 5.6, 5.7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
At the top of the Saginaw list: Sears Appliance Repair (14.2 miles away, based in Bay City, 4.6 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.0 miles away, based in Clio, 4.3 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mid Michigan Laundry Equipment Services (20.9 miles away, based in Clio, lists Saturday hours); Ernie Krygier Service (5.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 450 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
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
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Saginaw
Before replacing a washer in Saginaw, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Around Saginaw
Most washer calls in Saginaw 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 Saginaw
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Saginaw, MI
What does a washer repair usually cost?
Why won't my washer drain?
Is there anything I can try first?
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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 Saginaw technician a trip for parts.