When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Muscle Shoals and the Colbert County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Muscle Shoals
40 repair companies serve Muscle Shoals from within 60 miles. 3 of them are based in Muscle Shoals itself, and the rest are spread across Huntsville (7), Madison (5), and Florence (4). Distances run up to about 58 miles. Complete Ice and Refrigeration Services Inc is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Muscle Shoals. 13 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 33 businesses. Muscle Shoals is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 25 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 46 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.1, 2.0 |
| Mention washers | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
At the top of the Muscle Shoals list: Sears Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Florence, 4.3 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (58.3 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); A & A Appliance and HVAC, LLC. (54.8 miles away, based in Hazel Green, 4.8 stars from 163 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Jay's Appliance Repair (38.6 miles away, based in Athens, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Muscle Shoals
Washer calls in Muscle Shoals 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.
Questions to Ask a Muscle Shoals Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Muscle Shoals, AL
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
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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 Muscle Shoals technician can then plan for both on one visit.