When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Helena.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Helena, AL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Helena. Other nearby bases include Birmingham (19), Bessemer (6), and Pelham (4). The closest is Affordable Appliance Repair Tech in Pelham, about 3.9 miles away. 4 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.9, 4.0, 4.4 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 56 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
At the top of the Helena list: Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (24.0 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (17.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Sekano Appliance Repair. (9.7 miles away, based in Bessemer, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer will not spin or agitate
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Helena quote:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Before the Visit
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Helena
Washer calls in Helena 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 Helena
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Helena, AL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Helena
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Helena technician gets at the parts.