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 Shawnee.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Shawnee, KS
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Shawnee. Other nearby bases include Kansas City (18), Overland Park (9), and Lenexa (2). Distances run up to about 21 miles. Of those, 5 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: Action Appliance Inc., around 5.5 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Shawnee. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 58 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Mention washers | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.5, 5.9, 6.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
At the top of the Shawnee list: Appliance Shark (10.6 miles away, based in Prairie Village, 4.9 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tager Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Olathe, 4.9 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.4 miles away, based in Independence, 4.5 stars from 909 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.0 miles away, based in Lawrence, 4.4 stars from 334 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
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 Shawnee
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Shawnee
Washer calls in Shawnee most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Kansas leaves contractor and trade licensing, including plumbing and HVAC, to cities and counties, so who may do gas piping and gas appliance connections depends on the local jurisdiction. Source: Kansas Business Center: Business Starter Kit, Construction
In Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Before You Book in Shawnee
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Shawnee, KS
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Other Dryer Repair in Shawnee
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Shawnee technician gets at the parts.