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. Below are the companies within reach of Salem, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer Technicians Serving Salem, OR
Our data shows 19 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Salem. 7 of them are based in Salem itself, and other nearby bases include Albany (2), McMinnville (2), and Corvallis (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Nichall Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Salem. 4 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 18 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Salem. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 1.9, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
The leading options for Salem are ATS Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in McMinnville, 4.9 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.3 stars from 140 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Krohn's Appliance Service LLC (26.5 miles away, based in Newberg, 4.6 stars from 49 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.8 miles away, based in Corvallis, 4.5 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Why Washing Machines Break Down
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Salem
Before replacing a washer in Salem, 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- 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?
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.
What Salem Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Salem 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.
Questions to Ask a Salem Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Salem, OR
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Is there anything I can try first?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
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Before you call a Salem 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.