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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Webster Groves and the St. Louis County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Webster Groves
Within 30 miles of Webster Groves there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include St. Louis (25), Affton (2), and Ellisville (2). The farthest listed company is about 13 miles out. 6 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Masters, around 2.5 miles out. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Webster Groves. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 2.7, 3.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
First up for Webster Groves: All American Appliance and HVAC Services (6.0 miles away, based in St. Louis, 4.7 stars from 2,771 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater St. Louis (7.3 miles away, based in Ballwin, 4.8 stars from 1,345 reviews, lists Saturday hours); P.A.C.E. Appliance Repair (16.2 miles away, based in St Charles, 4.9 stars from 423 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (12.1 miles away, based in Chesterfield, 4.4 stars from 461 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
The Usual Washer Culprits in Webster Groves
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not spinning.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
To prevent siphoning, Whirlpool's instructions limit the drain hose to no more than 8 inches inside a standpipe that is at least 2 inches across and 39 to 96 inches tall, measured from the bottom of the washer. 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:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
Around Webster Groves
Most washer calls in Webster Groves 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 Webster Groves Washer Technician
- 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?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Webster Groves, MO
What should I check before calling?
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Find Your Washer Brand in Webster Groves
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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 Webster Groves technician a trip for parts.