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 Ann Arbor and the Washtenaw County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Ann Arbor, MI
Within 30 miles of Ann Arbor there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 of them are based in Ann Arbor itself, and the rest are spread across Livonia (11), Brighton (3), and Romulus (3). 12 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is Anytime Ann Arbor Appliance Repair, about 0.6 miles away. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Mention washers | 14 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 1.0, 2.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
The leading options for Ann Arbor are Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (19.8 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Greater Livingston County (18.2 miles away, based in Brighton, 4.8 stars from 957 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.6 stars from 258 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
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 Ann Arbor
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Ann Arbor quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- 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
Local Notes for Ann Arbor
City of Ann Arbor Water Treatment Services, which supplies Ann Arbor, reports hardness of hard; total hardness averaged about 130 mg/L (about 7.6 grains per gallon), ranging roughly 96-170 mg/L, in the city's 2019 water quality report. Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: 2019 Water Quality Report - City of Ann Arbor
Michigan's licensing lists no separate appliance repair license; gas, heating and refrigeration service work is licensed by work classification under the state mechanical contractor license. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
Gas piping work is licensed by the state through mechanical contractor specialty classifications, including fuel gas piping, fuel gas piping and venting, and LP distribution piping. Source: LARA: Mechanical Examination, Licensing/Registration & Application Information
Before You Book in Ann Arbor
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ann Arbor, MI
What makes a dryer stop heating?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Ann Arbor technician gets at the parts.