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 Albertville and the Wright County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Albertville, MN
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Albertville. 1 list an address in Albertville, and other nearby bases include Blaine (5), Plymouth (4), and Wayzata (3). Nearest on the list: Central Appliance Repair & Care, around 0.2 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Albertville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 5.6, 5.7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Albertville list: Omega Force Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Appliance Service (17.0 miles away, based in Maple Lake, 5.0 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.7 miles away, based in Minnetonka, 4.4 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (21.2 miles away, based in Fridley, 4.7 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Albertville, MN
Most washer calls in Albertville 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.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Questions to Ask a Albertville Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- 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: Albertville, MN
What does a washer repair usually cost?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Albertville
Washing Machine Repair Near Albertville
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Albertville faster and cheaper.