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 Grand Forks and the Grand Forks County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Grand Forks, ND
Our data shows 5 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Grand Forks. 3 list an address in Grand Forks, and other nearby bases include Thief River Falls (2). The closest is Bud & Ralph's Appliance Service, about 0.9 miles away. Of those, 3 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 5 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.2 stars. Grand Forks is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Grand Forks. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 5 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.1, 2.3 |
At the top of the Grand Forks list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (45.1 miles away, based in Thief River Falls, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bud & Ralph's Appliance Service (0.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 223 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
The Usual Washer Culprits in Grand Forks
What Gets Fixed on a Grand Forks Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not spinning.
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
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
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 Grand Forks, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Grand Forks, ND
Most washer calls in Grand Forks 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 North Dakota, you can check a license with the North Dakota Secretary of State FirstStop contractor search or report a problem to the North Dakota Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Grand Forks Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Grand Forks, ND
What stops a washer from spinning?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Do you cover Grand Forks and nearby towns?
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Before you call a Grand Forks 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.