Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Sioux Falls, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Sioux Falls
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Sioux Falls. 11 list an address in Sioux Falls, and the rest are spread across Yankton (2), Rock Valley (1), and George (1). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Nearest on the list: Adam Simmons Appliance Solutions, around 0.6 miles out. 4 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 17 businesses. Sioux Falls is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.6, 0.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 18 |
At the top of the Sioux Falls list: Mr. Appliance of Sioux Falls (2.6 miles away, 4.8 stars from 668 reviews); Midtek Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 589 reviews); The Appliance Doc. LLC (1.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 317 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Brookings (50.7 miles away, based in Brookings, 4.9 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- 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 smells like mildew or washer not draining.
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Sioux Falls, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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 Sioux Falls
Most washer calls in Sioux Falls 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.
Questions to Ask a Sioux Falls Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Sioux Falls, SD
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Before you call a Sioux Falls 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.