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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Washer Technicians Serving Sullivan, MO
40 repair companies serve Sullivan from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Sullivan, and the rest are spread across Warrenton (4), St Peters (4), and St. Louis (3). The farthest listed company is about 50 miles out. The closest is GreatNorth Appliance Repair Technicians, about 0.4 miles away. 11 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 33 businesses. Sullivan is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sullivan. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 15.8, 17.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
The leading options for Sullivan are Midwest Appliance Repair, LLC (41.4 miles away, based in De Soto, 5.0 stars from 1,596 reviews); Appliance RX (34.1 miles away, based in Rolla, 4.9 stars from 888 reviews); AAA Appliance Sales, Repair and Parts Center (49.0 miles away, based in St Peters, 4.7 stars from 2,275 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (45.1 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
The Usual Washer Culprits in Sullivan
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Sullivan
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Local Notes for Sullivan
Most washer calls in Sullivan 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 Sullivan Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- 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: Sullivan, MO
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Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Sullivan
Washing Machine Repair Near Sullivan
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 Sullivan technician a trip for parts.