When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Bessemer.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Bessemer, AL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bessemer. 6 of them are based in Bessemer itself, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (20), Pelham (4), and Alabaster (3). Distances run up to about 17 miles. Of those, 4 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: Home Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 19 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bessemer. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 2.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 54 |
First up for Bessemer: Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (14.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (23.0 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Sekano Appliance Repair. (2.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Bessemer
Washer calls in Bessemer 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.
Questions to Ask a Bessemer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Bessemer, AL
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Bessemer
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Bessemer technician can then plan for both on one visit.