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 Fargo and the Cass County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Fargo
Within 60 miles of Fargo there are 10 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Fargo, and other nearby bases include Moorhead (2), Pelican Rapids (1), and Wahpeton (1). The farthest listed company is about 46 miles out. Nearest on the list: Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC, around 0.6 miles out. 2 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 10 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Fargo is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fargo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.9, 2.2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 10 |
| Mention washers | 2 |
First up for Fargo: Rigels Appliance Store (2.8 miles away, based in Moorhead, 3.7 stars from 175 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.8 miles away, based in Wahpeton, 4.2 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pete’s Appliance Repair LLC (0.6 miles away, 4.9 stars from 237 reviews); Dacotah Tech Appliance (3.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 29 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Washer Problems Technicians See in Fargo
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Fargo
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Fargo quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Fargo, ND
Washer calls in Fargo most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
North Dakota's state plumbing license law covers water and drainage piping, not gas; fuel gas and mechanical licenses are issued by individual cities, with Fargo stating that a mechanical, fuel gas or dual license is needed in each jurisdiction where one works. Source: City of Fargo: Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Exams
In North Dakota, you can check a license with the North Dakota Secretary of State FirstStop contractor search or report a problem to the North Dakota Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Fargo
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fargo, ND
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Do you cover Fargo and nearby towns?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
More Laundry Repair in Fargo, ND
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fargo
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Fargo technician gets at the parts.