Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Sterling.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Sterling
6 repair companies serve Sterling from within 88 miles. 2 of them are based in Sterling itself, and the rest are spread across Greeley (2), Sidney (1), and Cheyenne (1). Distances run up to about 88 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. 2 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 6 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.2 stars. Sterling is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 0 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 2.0, 37.9 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Mention washers | 2 |
| Companies within 88 miles | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
Closest matches for Sterling: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 2.6 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (81.4 miles away, based in Greeley, 1.0 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Guys llc (2.0 miles away, 3.4 stars from 15 reviews); Palmer Sales and Service (37.9 miles away, based in Sidney, 4.2 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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 Sterling
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Have These Handy
- 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 Sterling
Washer calls in Sterling 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 Sterling
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Sterling, CO
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Other Dryer Repair in Sterling
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Sterling technician gets at the parts.