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 St. George, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near St. George
Within 60 miles of St. George there are 9 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in St. George itself, and other nearby bases include Cedar City (2), Washington (1), and Hurricane (1). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. The closest is Appliance Solutions of Utah, about 0.7 miles away. 2 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 8 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether St. George is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from St. George. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 2.8, 3.0 |
First up for St. George: Mr. Appliance of St. George (2.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,430 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, 4.1 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JJ Service and Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Washington, 4.9 stars from 107 reviews); Appliance Repair Center (17.1 miles away, based in Hurricane, 4.9 stars from 74 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
The Usual Washer Culprits in St. George
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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 St. George, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 St. George Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in St. George 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in St. George
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: St. George, UT
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
How much does washing machine repair cost in St. George?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Washer Repair by Brand in St. George
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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 St. George technician a trip for parts.