Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. Below are the companies within reach of Cedar Hills, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Cedar Hills, UT
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Cedar Hills. Other nearby bases include Orem (9), American Fork (5), and Lehi (5). Distances run up to about 11 miles. Paulesen Appliance Service. is the nearest, roughly 2.6 miles from Cedar Hills. 2 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 2.8, 2.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Cedar Hills list: Appliance Service By Paul (17.7 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.8 stars from 2,590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PowerClean Appliance Repair (15.2 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.9 stars from 949 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Famous Appliance Service (15.2 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.6 stars from 805 reviews); Eagle Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in West Jordan, 4.9 stars from 204 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Cedar Hills
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer smells like mildew.
Water, Power and Safety First
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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
To prevent siphoning, Whirlpool's instructions limit the drain hose to no more than 8 inches inside a standpipe that is at least 2 inches across and 39 to 96 inches tall, measured from the bottom of the washer. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
What Cedar Hills Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Cedar Hills 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.
Utah has no contractor classification for appliance repair, but under the Construction Trades Licensing Act anyone who installs, repairs or replaces a residential or commercial gas appliance must hold natural gas technician certification, even on jobs otherwise too small to need a contractor license. Source: Utah Legislature H.B. 49 (2004), Natural Gas Technician Certification, amending Utah Code 58-55-305 and 58-55-308
In Utah, you can check a license with the Utah Licensee Lookup and Verification (Verify a License) or report a problem to the Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Cedar Hills Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Cedar Hills, UT
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Before you call a Cedar Hills 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.