A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Birmingham.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Birmingham, AL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Birmingham. 29 of them are based in Birmingham itself, and other nearby bases include Bessemer (3), Hoover (2), and Vestavia Hills (1). Distances run up to about 13 miles. 4 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is EspressoTech Solutions, about 0.2 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Birmingham. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 56 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.3, 0.8 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
The leading options for Birmingham are Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (0.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (8.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Sekano Appliance Repair. (12.7 miles away, based in Bessemer, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
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:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Birmingham
Birmingham Water Works Board, which supplies Birmingham, reports hardness of 40-156 mg/L total hardness (soft to hard, varies by source/treatment plant). Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: Birmingham Water Works 2025 Annual Water Quality Report (CCR)
Birmingham's Design Review Committee oversees exterior changes in city-designated local historic districts including Highland Park, Forest Park, Avondale Park and Norwood. Source: City of Birmingham Design Review Committee Agenda (Jan 10, 2024)
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.
Before You Book in Birmingham
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Birmingham, AL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Birmingham
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Birmingham technician can then plan for both on one visit.