A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Guntersville listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Guntersville
40 repair companies serve Guntersville from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Huntsville (15), Fort Payne (4), and Madison (4). Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Byrd's Appliance Services, about 9.0 miles away. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Guntersville is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Mention washers | 12 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.0, 13.8, 13.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
The leading options for Guntersville are Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (30.9 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.3 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.4 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Oneonta, 4.5 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.8 miles away, based in Arab, 4.5 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- 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 Guntersville
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Guntersville quote:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Any error code on the display
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Guntersville
Washer calls in Guntersville 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Guntersville
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Guntersville, AL
Which areas near Guntersville do these technicians cover?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Guntersville technician gets at the parts.