In Rifle, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Rifle and the Garfield County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Rifle
Within 60 miles of Rifle there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Rifle, and other nearby bases include Grand Junction (12), Glenwood Springs (1), and Gypsum (1). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Rifle. 7 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Rated companies nearby average 3.7 stars across 17 businesses. Rifle 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.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 18 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.1, 23.9 |
| Mention washers | 7 |
The leading options for Rifle are Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliance Repair (49.3 miles away, based in Grand Junction, 4.6 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Doctor (52.9 miles away, based in Grand Junction, 4.4 stars from 122 reviews); Century Appliance, LLC (55.3 miles away, based in Grand Junction, 4.4 stars from 108 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
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 Rifle
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Rifle
Washer calls in Rifle most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Colorado's Division of Professions and Occupations has no appliance repair license; its trade licenses cover plumbing and electrical work. Source: Occupational Professions (Colorado DORA Division of Professions and Occupations)
State law treats fuel gas piping separately from plumbing and has the State Plumbing Board adopt a Colorado fuel gas code for inspecting gas piping installations; hooking a gas appliance to an existing service connection falls outside the statute's definition of gas piping. Source: Colorado Revised Statutes Title 12, ยงยง 12-155-103 and 12-155-106 (Colorado General Assembly)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Rifle
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Rifle, CO
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Rifle technician gets at the parts.