Washer · Repair Cost Guide

Drain Pump Replacement Cost

If your washer technician diagnosed a bad drain pump, here's what the part and labor typically run, what symptoms actually point to this repair, and what testing should back up the diagnosis before you approve it.

$280–$388
Typical installed cost
$30–$90
Part only
$225–$269
Labor only

Installed price = labor + retail part price, plus 4% processing and a $15 shipping fee, before sales tax. Labor reflects a $225 minimum service charge, higher for repairs that take more time or disassembly.

Symptoms that point to this repair

What typically causes this

What a proper diagnosis should include

Before approving a Drain Pump replacement, a technician should generally have checked:

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Common questions

How much does a drain pump replacement cost installed?

Typical installed cost for a drain pump on a washer runs $280–$388, made up of a $30–$90 part and $225–$269 in labor. Quotes well outside that range are worth a second look.

What symptoms actually point to a bad drain pump?

Typical signs include: won't drain; standing water at end of cycle; loud grinding during drain. If your symptoms don't match this pattern, ask what ruled out other causes.

What should a technician test before replacing this part?

A documented diagnosis for this repair should generally include: pump inspection for obstruction; continuity/resistance test on pump motor; drain hose clog check. If none of this was mentioned, it's a fair question to ask before you approve the work.

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