Washing Machine Repair
Quick answer
Most washer faults trace to a handful of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the door boot seal, the inlet valves, the lid switch or door lock, and the bearings. HomeAdvisor puts a typical washer repair at about $180, with most between $125 and $450. For an appliance repair technician in your ZIP, call (888) 217-0236.
Follow the short menu, then your 5-digit ZIP. The line goes quiet for a few seconds while it connects; stay on. If it does not connect, call once more: companies taking calls change minute to minute.
Signs you need a appliance repair technician
- Water under the machine after a cycle
- Water left in the drum
- The drum will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging, grinding or shaking
- An error code that keeps coming back
If the washer is leaking, unplug it and close both supply valves behind it before you do anything else.
What to check before you call
- Clean the drain pump filter (usually behind a small panel at the front base)
- Note whether it leaks while filling, washing or draining
- Check the drain hose for kinks and the supply hoses for bulges
- Write down the brand, model number and any error code
What the appliance repair technician does
- 1
Diagnoses the fault
Runs the machine in test mode and checks the part the symptom points to.
- 2
Replaces the part
Drain pump, door boot, inlet valve, lid switch or door lock, belt, or bearings.
- 3
Runs a test cycle
Fills, drains and spins the machine to confirm the fix and check for leaks.
Washer repair cost
| Job | Typical range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Washer repair, typical | $125–$450 (about $180) | HomeAdvisor |
| Washer repair, national average | $150–$400 | Fixr |
Front-load machines and major parts such as the drum or bearings cost more. Sources: HomeAdvisor cost guides (2025), Fixr cost guides (2025).
Ready to book a appliance repair technician?
One call reaches an appliance repair company taking calls in your ZIP, answered 24/7.
Follow the short menu, then your 5-digit ZIP. The line goes quiet for a few seconds while it connects; stay on. If it does not connect, call once more: companies taking calls change minute to minute.
Step-by-step guides
Washer Won't Spin: Load, Lid Lock or Drain, and When to Call
An unbalanced load, water left in the tub, or a lid or door lock that never engages: how to tell which.
Washer Won't Turn On or Start: Power, Lock or Control, and When to Call
Dead washer or one that lights up and will not start: outlet, breaker, child lock, door lock or control.
Washer Won't Drain or Spin: Pump Filter, Hose, Lid Switch or Pump
A clogged pump filter, a kinked hose, a clogged house drain or a failed pump: five checks in order.
Washing Machine Leaking From the Bottom: Causes and Fixes
Water under the washer almost never comes from the bottom itself — it comes from a part above dripping down. Here's how to find which one in 10 minutes, by brand.
LG Washer Leaking From the Bottom: The 5 Causes (2026 Fix Guide)
LG washers leak from the bottom for five common reasons — drain pump filter, drain hose, door boot seal, internal hose, or detergent overflow. Identify yours in 15 minutes, then check the floor: the puddle you see is rarely the whole story.
Samsung Washer Leaking From the Bottom: 5 Causes & 15-Minute Diagnosis
Samsung washers leak from the bottom for five common reasons, from the debris filter cap to the door diaphragm. Here's the 15-minute diagnostic order, repair costs, and the floor inspection that decides whether this stays a $0 fix.
Whirlpool Washer Leaking From the Bottom: The 4 Usual Spots — and What the Water Already Did
On Whirlpool's direct-drive designs the bottom leak usually traces to four spots. Find the spot for the repair call — then deal with the half that actually costs money: what the water soaked.
Who to Call for a Leaking or Broken Washing Machine: Appliance Repair or Plumber
The door seal, the drain pump or the hoses at the wall: a one-minute test shows which trade fixes it.
Washer repair: common questions
Why is my washer leaking from the bottom?
Water runs down and shows under the machine after escaping somewhere above: a loose pump filter cap, the drain pump, a torn door boot on a front-loader, or an internal hose. When it leaks in the cycle tells you which.
Is it worth repairing a washer?
A single part on a machine in good shape is usually worth repairing. A failed drum or bearings on an older machine is often where replacement makes more sense; the technician can tell you after diagnosis.
Why won't my washer drain?
The pump filter is clogged, the drain hose is kinked or blocked, or the drain pump has failed. Clean the filter first.
Other appliance repair services
(888) 217-0236 is the appliance repair line. HearthDry is a referral service; the company you reach is independent.