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. The companies below serve Rupert and the Minidoka County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Rupert
Our data shows 5 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Rupert. 1 of them are based in Rupert itself, and other nearby bases include Twin Falls (3) and American Falls (1). The farthest listed company is about 44 miles out. 1 of them mentions washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is Doyle's Appliance Service LLC, about 2.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 5 businesses. Rupert is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.8, 38.2, 40.0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 1 |
| Mention washers | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
First up for Rupert: Doyle's Appliance Service LLC (2.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 55 reviews); Wilder Appliance (41.0 miles away, based in Twin Falls, 4.9 stars from 30 reviews); Pro-Tech Service (40.0 miles away, based in Twin Falls, 4.4 stars from 138 reviews); Hartman's Appliance Repair. (38.2 miles away, based in Twin Falls, 4.7 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Rupert
Washer calls in Rupert most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Idaho's Division of Occupational and Professional Licenses does not list appliance repair as a licensed profession; gas piping and gas appliance work falls under the state's HVAC licensing, which includes specialty licenses for those trades. Source: Is My Profession Licensed? - Idaho DOPL
In Idaho, you can check a license with the Idaho DOPL Search for a License or Registration or report a problem to the Idaho Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Rupert Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Rupert, ID
Which areas near Rupert do these technicians cover?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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 Rupert technician gets at the parts.