Repair or Replace a Washing Machine: How to Decide
The repair-or-replace decision depends on three things: the type of fault, the age of the machine, and the repair cost compared with the price of a similar new machine.
Published by Automatic Washing Machine Repair · Last updated: October 2026
This page is part of our guide to automatic washing machine repair in Riyadh.
What affects the decision
- The age and general condition of the machine.
- Whether the fault is a single part or several.
- How many times it has been repaired before.
- The repair cost compared with a similar new machine.
- Whether the part is available.
Faults that are usually worth repairing
| Fault | Usually worth repairing? |
|---|---|
| Blocked filter or hose | Yes, low cost |
| Drain pump | Usually yes |
| Door lock or lid switch | Usually yes |
| Drive belt or carbon brushes | Usually yes |
| Control board on an older machine | Depends on age and cost |
| Worn bearings or a cracked tub on an old machine | Replacing is often better value |
A simple rule of thumb
If the repair cost approaches half the price of a similar new machine, consider replacing it. You will find more detail in our washing machine repair cost guide.
Before you decide
- Ask for a clear diagnosis of the fault.
- Ask for the parts and labor costs itemized.
- Ask how long the warranty is and what it covers.
We explain first
We inspect the machine at your home in Riyadh, then explain the fault and the cost before any work begins, so you decide with full information, with a 30-day warranty on parts and labor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Many last around ten years or more with good care, but it varies by model and use.
If the fault is a single part and the quote is well below the price of a similar new machine, usually yes. We explain the fault and the cost first.
Yes. We explain the fault and the cost before any work begins, and you decide whether to go ahead.
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