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 Southfield listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Southfield
40 repair companies serve Southfield from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Southfield, and other nearby bases include Detroit (12), Livonia (11), and Madison Heights (4). Motor City Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Southfield. 11 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 38 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Southfield. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 15 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 2.1, 2.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
The leading options for Southfield are Mr. Appliance of Oakland County (8.6 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.8 stars from 1,216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Livonia, 4.6 stars from 258 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Dearborn Heights (10.5 miles away, based in Dearborn Heights, 4.5 stars from 233 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Warren, 4.6 stars from 448 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Washer Problems Technicians See in Southfield
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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 Southfield quote:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
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
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Southfield
Washer calls in Southfield 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
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
Questions to Ask a Southfield Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Southfield, MI
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
More Laundry Repair in Southfield, 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 Southfield technician gets at the parts.