A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Star listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Star
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Star. The rest are spread across Boise (13), Nampa (8), and Caldwell (7). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Augurey appliance and home is the nearest, roughly 4.7 miles from Star. 9 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 51 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.7, 6.4, 6.9 |
At the top of the Star list: Mr. Appliance of Southwest Idaho (8.4 miles away, based in Nampa, 4.9 stars from 1,198 reviews); Western Boise Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Boise, 4.9 stars from 84 reviews); Murf's Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Meridian, 4.8 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Nampa, 4.7 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Washer Problems Technicians See in Star
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 Star
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Star quote:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Star, ID
Washer calls in Star 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
Idaho treats gas piping, gas appliances and their venting as HVAC work licensed by the state through DOPL, with specialty HVAC licenses available for gas piping or gas appliances alone and a limited heating specialty for propane-fired appliances. Source: Idaho Code Section 54-5003, Definitions (HVAC)
Before You Book in Star
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Star, ID
Why won't my washer drain?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do you cover Star and nearby towns?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Star technician can then plan for both on one visit.