When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Hillsdale listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Hillsdale, MI
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Hillsdale. Other nearby bases include Ann Arbor (5), Battle Creek (4), and Sylvania (3). Distances run up to about 53 miles. 15 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 17.3 miles away. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Hillsdale is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hillsdale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 26 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 20 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 17.3, 20.3, 22.9 |
| Mention washers | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
First up for Hillsdale: Sears Appliance Repair (17.3 miles away, based in Coldwater, 4.1 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dave Smith Appliance Services LLC (53.1 miles away, based in Toledo, 4.8 stars from 1,168 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Allens Appliance Repair (36.6 miles away, based in Battle Creek, 4.9 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.4 miles away, based in Bryan, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Hillsdale quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Hillsdale Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Hillsdale most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
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
In Michigan, you can check a license with the LARA Find / Verify a BCC Licensed Professional or Business or report a problem to the Michigan Department of Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Hillsdale
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hillsdale, MI
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Hillsdale technician gets at the parts.