A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Sparks.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Sparks, NV
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Sparks. 5 list an address in Sparks, and the rest are spread across Reno (15), Carson City (3), and Sun Valley (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Sargents Appliance Sales and Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 3.3 miles from Sparks. 9 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 22 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.3, 3.5, 3.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 26 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
At the top of the Sparks list: Mr. Appliance of Reno (5.2 miles away, based in Reno, 4.8 stars from 925 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Reno, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Reno, 4.5 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Washer Problems Technicians See in Sparks
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
- 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?
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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Sparks
Washer calls in Sparks 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)
Installing gas supply piping and vents requires a Nevada State Contractors Board license in the C-1 plumbing and heating classification (for example the C-1d plumbing or C-1g gas pipes and vents subclassifications), and water heater installation and repair falls under subclassification C-1h. Source: Nevada Administrative Code Chapter 624 (NAC 624.190)
Questions to Ask a Sparks Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Sparks, NV
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Do you cover Sparks and nearby towns?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Other Dryer Repair in Sparks
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Sparks technician gets at the parts.