Serving all of Pinellas County

Washer Repair in Clearwater, FL

Name: Mako Appliance Repair
Address: Clearwater, FL, 33767, US
Telephone: 727-758-7720
Price range: $$

✓ $79 diagnostic, credited to the repair
✓ 45-day parts & labor warranty
✓ Same-day & next-day visits
✓ 6+ years repair experience

We repair front-load, top-load, high-efficiency and stacked washers across Clearwater and north Pinellas — including the compact stacked units found in beach condos and Largo's 55+ communities, which a lot of shops would rather not touch.

A modern washer is a computer that controls a pump, a motor, a door lock and a few valves. When one of them fails, the control usually stops the cycle and shows a code rather than risk a flood. That's good news: most washer failures are a single replaceable part, not a dead machine. We read the code, run the washer's own test mode where it has one, and check the part itself before quoting.

Most washer repairs are finished in a single visit with parts from our truck. You'll see the exact price before we start, the $79 diagnostic is credited to the repair, and every repair carries a 45-day parts and labor warranty.

Common washer problems we fix

Won't drain or leaves water in the drum
A clogged drain-pump filter (coins, hair ties and socks are the usual culprits), a failed drain pump or a kinked hose. Samsung shows 5C/nd and LG shows OE for this. If the pump hums but water doesn't move, something is jammed in the impeller.
Won't spin or clothes come out soaking
Often an unbalanced load, a worn drive belt or motor coupler, a failed lid or door lock, or a drain problem the washer is protecting itself from. Many washers refuse to spin until they've confirmed the drum is empty of water.
Leaking
Torn door boot seal on front-loaders, a cracked tub, a loose pump or a failed inlet valve. Front-load boot seals also hold mildew in humid climates. Where the water shows up — front, back or under the middle — narrows it down quickly.
Won't start or the door won't unlock
Door lock assemblies fail frequently on modern front-loaders. Also check for a tripped GFCI outlet in laundry rooms and garages.
Shaking, banging or walking across the floor
Worn shock absorbers or suspension springs on front-loaders, suspension rods on top-loaders, or shipping bolts never removed after installation.
Loud roaring or grinding during spin
A roar that gets louder as the drum speeds up is the classic sign of worn tub bearings, usually because the rear tub seal let water reach them. On front-loaders, check for rust streaks below the drum. It's a big repair, so we'll give you an honest repair-or-replace call.
Won't fill or fills slowly
A water inlet valve with a clogged screen or a failed solenoid, a kinked supply hose, or a faulty pressure switch or water-level sensor. Hard water scale on the inlet screens is a frequent cause in Pinellas.
Mildew smell
Very common on Florida front-loaders. A cleaning cycle, a clean boot seal and a clear drain filter fix most cases; a moldy seal gets replaced.
Too many suds or a suds error
Regular detergent in an HE washer, or simply too much HE detergent, creates foam the machine can't drain properly. Samsung displays Sud for this. Often the fix is a few rinse cycles and less soap, not a part.

Washer repair cost in Clearwater

Typical totals for the washers repairs we do most. See all prices on our pricing page.

Repair	Typical total
Drain pump	$170 – $290
Door lock / lid switch	$160 – $280
Door boot seal (front-load)	$220 – $360
Shock absorbers / suspension	$190 – $320
Water inlet valve	$160 – $260
Drive belt / motor coupler	$140 – $240
Main control board	$280 – $520
Drive motor	$320 – $560

Totals include parts and labor after the $79 diagnostic credit. Your exact price is quoted in writing before work starts.

Water minerals and humidity

Minerals in water build up on inlet valves and heaters over time — more so in homes on county-supplied water than in Dunedin or the parts of Clearwater served by reverse-osmosis-treated city water. Leave front-load doors cracked open after each wash and clean the drain filter every month or two — it prevents most of the calls we get.

Repair or replace?

Pumps, locks, valves and belts are almost always worth fixing. A failed transmission or tub bearing on a top-loader over 10 years old usually isn't, and we'll tell you that before you spend money.

Our repair-or-replace guide →

Before you call

Reset a tripped GFCI outlet in the laundry room or garage
Make sure both water valves behind the washer are fully open
Clean the drain-pump filter (front-load: small door at bottom front)
Run a single item load to rule out an unbalanced load
Write down any error code on the display
Unplug the washer for one minute to reset the control, then try a rinse-and-spin cycle
Check that the drain hose isn't pushed too far down the standpipe or kinked behind the machine

45-day parts & labor warranty

Every repair carries a 45-day warranty on the parts we install and on our labor.

What the warranty covers →

Washer troubleshooting guides

Error code guides

Washer brands we repair

Washer repair near you

Same-day and next-day washer repair from our Island Estates base across north Pinellas:

Washer repair FAQ

How much does washer repair cost?

Most washer repairs run $140–$360 total, including parts, labor and the $79 diagnostic credit. Control boards ($280–$520) and drive motors ($320–$560) run higher. You get the exact price before work starts.

Can you fix my washer the same day?

Often, yes. Drain pumps, door locks, inlet valves and belts are common enough that we try to carry them, so many washers are fixed on the first visit. If your model needs a part we don't stock, we'll order it and come back, typically within 1–3 business days.

Why won't my washer drain?

Start with the drain-pump filter on a front-loader — it catches coins, hair ties and small socks. If the filter is clear, the drain hose may be kinked or the pump has failed. A pump that hums without moving water is usually jammed; one that's silent may have burned out.

Do you repair stacked washer-dryer units in condos?

Yes. Compact and full-size stacked units in Clearwater Beach high-rises and Largo condos are part of everyday work for us. If your building needs a vendor insurance certificate before we arrive, we'll send it ahead of time.

My washer shows an error code. What does it mean?

Our error code guides cover the most common Samsung, LG and Whirlpool washer codes. Many drain and fill codes can be fixed without a service call.

How long does a washer repair take?

Most are finished in 45–90 minutes in one visit. If a part has to be ordered, it typically arrives in 1–3 business days.

Should I repair or replace my washer?

If it's under about 10 years old and the problem is a pump, lock, valve, belt or suspension, repair is almost always the better value. Worn tub bearings or a cracked spider arm on an older front-loader, or a failed transmission on an older top-loader, is where replacement starts to make sense. We'll give you the number and let you decide.

How do I stop my front-load washer from smelling?

Leave the door and detergent drawer open between loads, wipe the boot seal dry, and run the tub-clean cycle monthly. Use HE detergent and less of it than the cap suggests. Clean the drain-pump filter every month or two, since standing water there is a common source of the smell.

Was my washer damaged by storm flooding?

If floodwater reached the motor, control board or pump — common in ground-floor garages after Helene and Milton in 2024 — have it inspected before you run it. Salt water corrodes electrical parts quickly, and a washer that was submerged is usually not worth repairing. We'll tell you honestly after a look.

Other appliances we repair

Washer acting up? We can usually come today.

$79 diagnostic credited to your repair · 45-day parts & labor warranty · Open 7 days · 7:30am–8:30pm

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