Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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.
Who Repairs Washers Near Tea
17 repair companies serve Tea from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Sioux Falls (11), Yankton (2), and Rock Valley (1). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. The closest is Jer's Commercial Appliance & Refrigeration Repair, about 4.8 miles away. Of those, 4 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Tea is inside its regular service area.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.8, 5.3, 6.6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
Closest matches for Tea: Mr. Appliance of Sioux Falls (5.3 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 668 reviews); Midtek Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.8 stars from 589 reviews); The Appliance Doc. LLC (6.6 miles away, based in Sioux Falls, 4.9 stars from 317 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Brookings (56.8 miles away, based in Brookings, 4.9 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- 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?
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.
Around Tea
Most washer calls in Tea 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Tea
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Tea, SD
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Washer Repair by Brand in Tea
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Tea faster and cheaper.