Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. The Detroit Lakes list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Detroit Lakes, MN
Within 60 miles of Detroit Lakes there are 9 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Fargo (5), Pelican Rapids (1), and Moorhead (1). Distances run up to about 52 miles. Nearest on the list: Glen Smith Appliance Repair., around 11.8 miles out. 1 of them mentions washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 9 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Detroit Lakes is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Detroit Lakes. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 11.8, 44.3, 44.8 |
The leading options for Detroit Lakes are Sears Appliance Repair (52.2 miles away, based in Wahpeton, 4.2 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC (46.7 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews); The Appliance Guy FM (44.3 miles away, based in Moorhead, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Glen Smith Appliance Repair. (11.8 miles away, based in Pelican Rapids, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer smells like mildew.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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?
Before replacing a washer in Detroit Lakes, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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.
What Detroit Lakes Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Detroit Lakes 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 Detroit Lakes 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?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Detroit Lakes, MN
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Why won't my washer spin?
Do you cover Detroit Lakes and nearby towns?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Detroit Lakes
Washing Machine Repair Near Detroit Lakes
Before you call a Detroit Lakes 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.