In Fultondale, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. We sort the Fultondale listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Fultondale
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Fultondale. The rest are spread across Birmingham (29), Center Point (1), and Irondale (1). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. 3 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Friendly Appliance Repair Birmingham is the nearest, roughly 4.5 miles from Fultondale. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.5, 5.9, 6.0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 57 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
Closest matches for Fultondale: Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (8.3 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (6.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Sekano Appliance Repair. (17.4 miles away, based in Bessemer, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
And on the Dryer Side
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 Fultondale
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Fultondale quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for Fultondale
Washer calls in Fultondale 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.
Before You Book in Fultondale
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fultondale, AL
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why won't my washer drain?
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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 Fultondale technician can then plan for both on one visit.