When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Farmers Loop and the Fairbanks North Star County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Farmers Loop
Within 237 miles of Farmers Loop there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Fairbanks (3), Wasilla (2), and Palmer (1). 3 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Appliance Service Company is the nearest, roughly 5.5 miles from Farmers Loop. Across 6 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars. Farmers Loop is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Companies within 237 miles | 6 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.5, 5.7, 9.1 |
| Mention washers | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 3 |
First up for Farmers Loop: Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Fairbanks, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Company (5.5 miles away, based in Fairbanks, 4.1 stars from 47 reviews); Goldstream Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Fairbanks, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews); Reliable Appliance (236.2 miles away, based in Wasilla, 4.8 stars from 325 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Washer Repair Involves
And on the Dryer Side
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Farmers Loop
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Visit
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Farmers Loop
Washer calls in Farmers Loop most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Alaska has no separate appliance repair license category; its certificates of fitness and contractor licenses cover plumbing, gas piping, electrical and construction work rather than appliance repair itself. Source: Mechanical Inspection - License Requirements (Alaska DOLWD)
In Alaska, you can check a license with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing - License Search or report a problem to the Alaska Department of Law, Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit.
Questions to Ask a Farmers Loop Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Farmers Loop, AK
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Farmers Loop technician gets at the parts.