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 Pierre and the Hughes County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washer Technicians Serving Pierre, SD
Within 142 miles of Pierre there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Aberdeen (2), Mitchell (2), and Corsica (1). Nearest on the list: Appliance Center, around 115.7 miles out. 2 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Across 5 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Pierre is inside its regular service area.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 115.7, 116.5, 117.9 |
| Companies within 142 miles | 6 |
The leading options for Pierre are Sears Appliance Repair (117.9 miles away, based in Aberdeen, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (122.2 miles away, based in Mitchell, 4.5 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); K&D Appliance Service (141.9 miles away, based in Rapid City, 4.8 stars from 1,304 reviews); Ken's Major Appliance & Refrigeration. (116.5 miles away, based in Aberdeen, 5.0 stars from 6 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Pierre Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Pierre
Before replacing a washer in Pierre, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Laundry Notes for Pierre, SD
Most washer calls in Pierre 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.
The South Dakota Plumbing Commission issues Appliance Contractor and Appliance Installer licenses as plumbing specialty licenses; official pages reviewed did not spell out which appliance work they cover or whether repair alone requires one. Source: South Dakota Plumbing Commission - Licensing
In South Dakota, you can check a license with the South Dakota Plumbing Commission lists of licensees (specialty licensees, including appliance) or report a problem to the South Dakota Attorney General, Division of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Pierre
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Pierre, SD
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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 Pierre technician a trip for parts.