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 Forestdale and the Jefferson County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Forestdale
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Forestdale. The rest are spread across Birmingham (27), Bessemer (5), and Hueytown (2). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Nearest on the list: Friendly Appliance Repair Birmingham, around 4.8 miles out. Of those, 4 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.8, 5.3, 6.1 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 55 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
Closest matches for Forestdale: Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (13.6 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (6.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (14.0 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Sekano Appliance Repair. (12.2 miles away, based in Bessemer, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Forestdale quote:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Forestdale
Washer calls in Forestdale 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 Forestdale
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Forestdale, AL
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Other Dryer Repair in Forestdale
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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 Forestdale technician can then plan for both on one visit.