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 Richmond and the Ray County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Richmond
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Richmond. 1 list an address in Richmond, and the rest are spread across Kansas City (16), Independence (6), and Lee's Summit (6). Of those, 9 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Oliphant Appliance Service, about 0.9 miles away. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Richmond is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Richmond. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Mention washers | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 26.5, 26.6 |
Closest matches for Richmond: Sears Appliance Repair (28.3 miles away, based in Independence, 4.5 stars from 909 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Arrowhead Appliance Repair (27.3 miles away, based in Independence, 4.8 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Shark (39.4 miles away, based in Prairie Village, 4.9 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (36.0 miles away, based in Cameron, 4.8 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- 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
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Richmond
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Richmond quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Richmond
Washer calls in Richmond most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Gas appliance and mechanical trade credentials are issued by local governments; Kansas City, for example, certifies gas-fired appliance supervisors, mechanical supervisors and master pipe fitters. Source: KCMO BizCare: Contractor Licensing
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Richmond
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Richmond, MO
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer drain?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Richmond technician gets at the parts.