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 Minneapolis listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Minneapolis
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Minneapolis. 13 of them are based in Minneapolis itself, and other nearby bases include St Paul (9), Hopkins (5), and Bloomington (4). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Emergency Services, around 0.7 miles out. 8 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 24 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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 1.0 |
At the top of the Minneapolis list: Warners' Stellian Appliance (5.3 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.8 stars from 2,260 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Super Care Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in West St Paul, 4.9 stars from 1,075 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Warners' Stellian Appliance Outlet (3.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 670 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Omega Force Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in St Paul, 4.9 stars from 678 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Minneapolis quote:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Have These Handy
- 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 Minneapolis
Minneapolis Water Works (City of Minneapolis Public Works), which supplies Minneapolis, reports hardness of about 93 mg/L (5.4 grains per gallon) total hardness as CaCO3 in plant effluent, monthly average. Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: Minneapolis Water Works Monthly Plant Effluent Water Analysis, June 2026
The Lowry Hill East Residential Historic District is a streetcar-era neighborhood of mostly 2 to 2.5-story wood-frame houses, largely Colonial Revival and Queen Anne, built roughly 1882-1920. Source: Lowry Hill East Residential Historic District - City of Minneapolis
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 Minneapolis Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Minneapolis, MN
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Minneapolis
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Minneapolis technician can then plan for both on one visit.