When a washer quits in Watford City, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. 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 Watford City, ND
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 84 miles of Watford City. The rest are spread across Dickinson (3), Williston (1), and Sidney (1). Distances run up to about 84 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 30.3 miles from Watford City. 2 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 4 businesses. Watford City is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention washer work | 2 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 84 miles | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 30.3, 42.6, 67.1 |
Closest matches for Watford City: Sears Appliance Repair (30.3 miles away, based in Williston, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (83.9 miles away, based in Glendive, lists Saturday hours); Jones Heating and Refrigeration LLC (67.1 miles away, based in Dickinson, 4.9 stars from 368 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Marty’s Appliance Repair (42.6 miles away, based in Sidney, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Watford City Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not spinning.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
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
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Watford City
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:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Watford City
Most washer calls in Watford City 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.
Before You Book in Watford City
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Watford City, ND
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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 Watford City technician a trip for parts.