When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Cullman and the Cullman County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Cullman, AL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Cullman. 4 of them are based in Cullman itself, and the rest are spread across Huntsville (11), Madison (5), and Birmingham (3). Distances run up to about 43 miles. The closest is H&S Appliance Repair Goldridge, about 5.0 miles away. 8 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Cullman is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cullman. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 11 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.0, 6.2, 7.5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
At the top of the Cullman list: Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (42.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (39.3 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (45.0 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Oneonta, 4.5 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
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:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Cullman
Washer calls in Cullman 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)
Gas fitting work in Alabama requires a state gas fitter license from the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board, which tests competency before anyone performs, supervises or contracts gas fitting. Source: About the Board - Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board
Questions to Ask a Cullman Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cullman, AL
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Cullman technician gets at the parts.