A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Big Lake and the Sherburne County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Big Lake
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Big Lake. 1 list an address in Big Lake, and other nearby bases include St Cloud (6), Plymouth (4), and Ham Lake (3). 6 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is J&K Restaurant Services, about 3.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 26 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 51 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.4, 8.4, 9.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
At the top of the Big Lake list: Omega Force Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.9 stars from 1,637 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home Appliance Service (15.2 miles away, based in Maple Lake, 5.0 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (25.3 miles away, based in Ham Lake, 4.4 stars from 440 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in St Cloud, 4.8 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Washer Problems Technicians See in Big Lake
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Big Lake quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Big Lake
Washer calls in Big Lake most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Minnesota has no state license for mechanical contractors or their workers; businesses contracting for gas, heating, cooling or refrigeration work file a mechanical contractor bond with the Department of Labor and Industry, and some cities require their own licenses or competency cards. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
The state does not license gas fitters; contractors doing gas work must be bonded with the Department of Labor and Industry, and cities such as Minneapolis and St. Paul set their own gas fitter licensing. Source: DLI: Mechanical contractor bond requirements
Questions to Ask a Big Lake 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?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Big Lake, MN
Do you cover Big Lake and nearby towns?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Other Dryer Repair in Big Lake
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Big Lake technician can then plan for both on one visit.