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 Fergus Falls list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Fergus Falls
10 repair companies serve Fergus Falls from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Fargo (5), Alexandria (2), and Wahpeton (1). Distances run up to about 57 miles. 2 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 25.6 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 10 businesses. Fergus Falls is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 25.6, 31.0, 44.3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
At the top of the Fergus Falls list: Sears Appliance Repair (25.6 miles away, based in Wahpeton, 4.2 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.3 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.6 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC (53.3 miles away, based in Fargo, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews); The Appliance Guy FM (50.3 miles away, based in Moorhead, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Fergus Falls
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not spinning.
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
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
Avoid installing a washer on carpet or loose plywood, and keep leveling legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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.
Around Fergus Falls
Most washer calls in Fergus Falls 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Fergus Falls
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Fergus Falls, MN
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Why is my washer leaking?
How much does washing machine repair cost in Fergus Falls?
Washer Repair by Brand in Fergus Falls
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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 Fergus Falls technician a trip for parts.