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 Billings and the Yellowstone County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Billings
We found 11 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Billings. 11 list an address in Billings. 3 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 11 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Billings is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Billings. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.0, 1.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
Closest matches for Billings: Fred's Appliance (2.6 miles away, 4.4 stars from 739 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Big Sky Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 105 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, 1.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Waynes appliance repair corp (1.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 55 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
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
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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 boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
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 Billings Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Billings 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 Montana, you can check a license with the Montana DLI Construction Contractor Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Montana Department of Justice, Office of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Billings
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Billings, MT
Why won't my washer spin?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What does a washer repair usually cost?
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Before you call a Billings 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.