In Traverse City, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. We sort the Traverse City listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Traverse City
Our data shows 16 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Traverse City. 3 list an address in Traverse City, and other nearby bases include Grayling (2), Houghton Lake (2), and Mayfield (1). Max's Service is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Traverse City. 4 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 16 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Traverse City is inside its regular service area.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.4, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
Closest matches for Traverse City: MI Appliance Repair (44.1 miles away, based in Grayling, 4.9 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.6 miles away, based in Grayling, 4.7 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (56.0 miles away, based in Petoskey, 4.4 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (50.6 miles away, based in Manistee, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Traverse City quote:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Traverse City Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Traverse City 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 Traverse City Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Traverse City, MI
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Traverse City
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Traverse City technician gets at the parts.