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 Oakdale list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Oakdale
Within 30 miles of Oakdale there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Oakdale, and the rest are spread across St Paul (9), Minneapolis (4), and Maplewood (3). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. 5 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: David Hayes Appliance Service Specialists, around 2.2 miles out. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.8, 3.3 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
Closest matches for Oakdale: Shortie's Appliances (2.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 178 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Super Care Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in West St Paul, 4.9 stars from 1,075 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SERVICE MATTERS Heating & Air & Appliance Repair LLC (20.2 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.9 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
The Usual Washer Culprits in Oakdale
What Gets Fixed on a Oakdale Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Water, Power and Safety First
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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?
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
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.
Around Oakdale
Most washer calls in Oakdale 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 Oakdale Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Oakdale, MN
Why is there water left in my washer?
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
How much does washing machine repair cost in Oakdale?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Oakdale
Washing Machine Repair Near Oakdale
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 Oakdale technician a trip for parts.