Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Dexter list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Dexter
17 repair companies serve Dexter from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Dexter, and other nearby bases include Poplar Bluff (2), Union City (2), and Paragould (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Reliable Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Dexter. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Dexter is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dexter. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 15.1, 22.5 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
Closest matches for Dexter: Mr. Appliance of Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau and Farmington (27.0 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.9 stars from 551 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.0 miles away, based in Cape Girardeau, 4.5 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.4 stars from 36 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
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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 pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
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.
What Dexter Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Dexter 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Dexter Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Dexter, MO
Which areas near Dexter do these technicians cover?
How much does washing machine repair cost in Dexter?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Dexter
Washing Machine Repair Near Dexter
Before you call a Dexter 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.