Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Cambridge list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Cambridge
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Cambridge. The rest are spread across Blaine (5), Ham Lake (3), and Forest Lake (3). Nearest on the list: Petro's appliance repair, around 11.5 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cambridge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 11.5, 12.6, 13.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 32 |
At the top of the Cambridge list: Minnesota Appliance Repair (12.6 miles away, based in North Branch, 5.0 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (29.8 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Forest Lake, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (20.3 miles away, based in Ham Lake, 4.4 stars from 440 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Cambridge
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
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
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
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:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Cambridge, MN
Most washer calls in Cambridge 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 Cambridge Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Cambridge, MN
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Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Cambridge
Washing Machine Repair Near Cambridge
Before you call a Cambridge 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.