Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Olivette and the St. Louis County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Olivette, MO
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Olivette. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (22), Hazelwood (3), and Florissant (3). Distances run up to about 11 miles. 7 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is Repair King STL, about 2.1 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Olivette. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.1, 2.3, 2.3 |
The leading options for Olivette are All American Appliance and HVAC Services (2.3 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AAA Appliance Sales, Repair and Parts Center (16.1 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 2,275 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (8.0 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Olivette Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
Avoid installing a washer on carpet or loose plywood, and keep leveling legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Olivette, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Olivette, MO
Most washer calls in Olivette 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.
Before You Book in Olivette
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Olivette, MO
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
What does a washer repair usually cost?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Olivette
Washing Machine Repair Near Olivette
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 Olivette technician a trip for parts.