When a washer quits in Fridley, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Fridley list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Fridley, MN
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fridley. 1 list an address in Fridley, and other nearby bases include Minneapolis (11), St Paul (6), and Blaine (5). 5 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Omega Force Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 2.0 miles from Fridley. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.0, 3.1, 4.0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
Closest matches for Fridley: Omega Force Appliance Repair (16.5 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shortie's Appliances (14.8 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.7 stars from 178 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Fridley Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Fridley, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Around Fridley
Most washer calls in Fridley 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 Fridley 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?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Fridley, MN
Why won't my washer spin?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer drain?
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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 Fridley technician a trip for parts.