When a washer quits in Florence, 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. The Florence list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Florence
Our data shows 21 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Florence. 1 list an address in Florence, and the rest are spread across Eugene (11), Coos Bay (2), and Newport (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Of those, 5 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Florence. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Florence is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Florence. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 29.6, 43.0 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
Closest matches for Florence: Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); KitchenAid Appliance Repair Professionals (50.5 miles away, based in Eugene, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (45.8 miles away, based in Newport, 4.6 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hamilton Electric And Gas Appliance Repair (43.0 miles away, based in Eugene, 3.5 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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
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 Florence, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Local Notes for Florence
Most washer calls in Florence 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Florence
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- 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?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Florence faster and cheaper.