In Irondale, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Irondale.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Irondale
40 repair companies serve Irondale from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Irondale itself, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (29), Hoover (2), and Center Point (1). Nearest on the list: Jones-McLeod, around 0.4 miles out. 3 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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.
| Mention washers | 5 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.6, 1.7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
The leading options for Irondale are Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (2.7 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (7.8 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); Sears Appliance Repair (22.2 miles away, based in Pell City, 4.6 stars from 507 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Lid or door will not unlock
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Irondale
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Irondale, AL
Washer calls in Irondale 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 Irondale
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Irondale, AL
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
More Laundry Repair in Irondale, AL
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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 Irondale technician can then plan for both on one visit.