When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Athens listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Athens
Within 30 miles of Athens there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Athens itself, and the rest are spread across Huntsville (15), Madison (5), and Ardmore (2). Of those, 7 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Jay's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Athens. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Athens. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 32 |
| Mention washers | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.4, 1.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
First up for Athens: Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (20.1 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); Jay's Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews); A & A Appliance and HVAC, LLC. (18.1 miles away, based in Hazel Green, 4.8 stars from 163 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.6 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.4 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Athens
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
Have These Handy
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Athens
Washer calls in Athens most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Athens
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Athens, AL
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer drain?
More Laundry Repair in Athens, AL
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Athens
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Athens technician can then plan for both on one visit.