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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Grand Rapids
5 repair companies serve Grand Rapids from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Grand Rapids itself, and the rest are spread across Jacobson (1), Hibbing (1), and Virginia (1). The farthest listed company is about 51 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. 1 of them mentions washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 4 businesses. Grand Rapids is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Grand Rapids. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 20.1, 30.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 1 |
First up for Grand Rapids: Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 3.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Big River Appliance Repair, LLC (20.1 miles away, based in Jacobson, 5.0 stars from 6 reviews); Bud's Appliance Repair (30.4 miles away, based in Hibbing, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LAMMERS APPLIANCE REPAIR LLC (50.8 miles away, based in Aitkin, 4.7 stars from 12 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
The Usual Washer Culprits in Grand Rapids
What Gets Fixed on a Grand Rapids Washer Call
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
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Grand Rapids, 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- 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 Grand Rapids, MN
Most washer calls in Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Grand Rapids, MN
Why won't my washer spin?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Is there anything I can try first?
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Before you call a Grand Rapids 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.