When a washer quits in Prior Lake, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Prior Lake, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Prior Lake, MN
Within 30 miles of Prior Lake there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Prior Lake itself, and other nearby bases include Eden Prairie (5), Hopkins (5), and Burnsville (4). Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The closest is Murphy Appliance Repair, about 1.4 miles away. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.9, 4.4 |
At the top of the Prior Lake list: Appliance Repair Pro (5.2 miles away, based in Savage, 5.0 stars from 500 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SERVICE MATTERS Heating & Air & Appliance Repair LLC (13.7 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.9 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Burnsville, 4.4 stars from 160 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (21.2 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
The Usual Washer Culprits in Prior Lake
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew 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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
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 Prior Lake, MN
Most washer calls in Prior Lake 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 Prior Lake
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Prior Lake, MN
Is there anything I can try first?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Washer Repair by Brand in Prior Lake
Washing Machine Repair Near Prior Lake
Before you call a Prior Lake 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.