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. Below are the companies within reach of Minneapolis, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Minneapolis
Within 30 miles of Minneapolis there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 12 list an address in Minneapolis, and other nearby bases include St Paul (7), Hopkins (5), and Bloomington (4). Appliance Repair Emergency Services is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Minneapolis. 7 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 23 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Minneapolis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.8, 1.0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Minneapolis: Omega Force Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Super Care Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in West St Paul, 4.9 stars from 1,075 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Shortie's Appliances (15.4 miles away, based in Oakdale, 4.7 stars from 178 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Minnetonka, 4.4 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
The Usual Washer Culprits in Minneapolis
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
To prevent siphoning, Whirlpool's instructions limit the drain hose to no more than 8 inches inside a standpipe that is at least 2 inches across and 39 to 96 inches tall, measured from the bottom of the washer. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Minneapolis
Before replacing a washer in Minneapolis, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
What Minneapolis Owners Should Know
Minneapolis Water Works (City of Minneapolis Public Works), which supplies Minneapolis, reports hardness of about 93 mg/L (5.4 grains per gallon) total hardness as CaCO3 in plant effluent, monthly average. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Minneapolis Water Works Monthly Plant Effluent Water Analysis, June 2026
The Lowry Hill East Residential Historic District is a streetcar-era neighborhood of mostly 2 to 2.5-story wood-frame houses, largely Colonial Revival and Queen Anne, built roughly 1882-1920. Source: Lowry Hill East Residential Historic District - City of Minneapolis
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.
Before You Book in Minneapolis
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Minneapolis, MN
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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Before you call a Minneapolis 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.