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 Elko listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Elko
6 repair companies serve Elko from within 159 miles. Other nearby bases include Twin Falls (3), Spring Creek (1), and Winnemucca (1). Distances run up to about 159 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Guys, around 5.7 miles out. The 6 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars. Elko is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elko. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.7, 99.1, 136.1 |
| Companies within 159 miles | 6 |
At the top of the Elko list: Appliance Guys (5.7 miles away, based in Spring Creek, 4.6 stars from 18 reviews); TheseHappyDaysRepair&Maintain, LLC (99.1 miles away, based in Winnemucca, 3.0 stars from 1 reviews); Wilder Appliance (136.1 miles away, based in Twin Falls, 4.9 stars from 30 reviews); Pro-Tech Service (136.2 miles away, based in Twin Falls, 4.4 stars from 138 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Washer will not spin or agitate
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Washer Problems Technicians See in Elko
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Elko quote:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
What to Have Ready
- 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 Elko
Washer calls in Elko most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Nevada has no license class for appliance repair as such; contracting work on gas piping, gas vents and water heaters falls under the State Contractors Board's C-1 plumbing and heating subclassifications. Source: Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 624 (NAC 624.190)
In Nevada, you can check a license with the Nevada State Contractors Board License Search or report a problem to the Nevada Attorney General, Bureau of Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Elko
- 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?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Elko, NV
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Which areas near Elko do these technicians cover?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Elko technician gets at the parts.