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 Summit Park, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Summit Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Summit Park. The rest are spread across Salt Lake City (21), South Salt Lake (6), and Sandy (5). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Heber Park City Appliance Sales., around 8.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 27 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Summit Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.0, 11.8, 12.9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
Closest matches for Summit Park: Appliance Service By Paul (18.2 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.8 stars from 2,590 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PowerClean Appliance Repair (16.8 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.9 stars from 949 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Famous Appliance Service (19.8 miles away, based in Midvale, 4.6 stars from 805 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Salt Lake City (16.7 miles away, based in Salt Lake City, 4.7 stars from 1,513 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
The Usual Washer Culprits in Summit Park
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Summit Park
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Summit Park
Before replacing a washer in Summit Park, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
What Summit Park Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Summit Park 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 Summit Park Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Summit Park, UT
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Washing Machine Repair Near Summit Park
Before you call a Summit Park 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.