When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Forest Lake and the Washington County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Forest Lake
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Forest Lake. 3 list an address in Forest Lake, and other nearby bases include Blaine (5), Ham Lake (3), and Maplewood (3). Distances run up to about 21 miles. Nearest on the list: Bilder Appliance Repair Minnesota, around 2.5 miles out. 10 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Forest Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 3.0, 3.2 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Mention washers | 15 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
At the top of the Forest Lake list: Warners' Stellian Appliance (20.7 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.8 stars from 2,260 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Doug's TV & Appliance (8.9 miles away, based in Chisago City, 5.0 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (13.4 miles away, based in Ham Lake, 4.4 stars from 440 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
Washer Problems Technicians See in Forest Lake
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 Forest Lake quote:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - 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?
- 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Forest Lake
Washer calls in Forest 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
In Minnesota, you can check a license with the DLI License and Registration Lookup or report a problem to the Minnesota Attorney General's Office, Consumer Assistance.
Questions to Ask a Forest Lake Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Forest Lake, MN
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer drain?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Forest Lake technician gets at the parts.