Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Mountain Brook.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Mountain Brook, AL
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mountain Brook. Other nearby bases include Birmingham (29), Bessemer (4), and Hoover (2). Of those, 5 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: Fast Response Appliance Repair, around 1.9 miles out. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Mention washers | 5 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 3.2, 3.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
First up for Mountain Brook: Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (8.0 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (4.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Pell City, 4.6 stars from 507 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Mountain Brook
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Mountain Brook quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Mountain Brook Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Mountain Brook 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 Mountain Brook
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mountain Brook, AL
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Do you cover Mountain Brook and nearby towns?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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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 Mountain Brook technician can then plan for both on one visit.