When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Opelika listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Opelika
We found 22 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Opelika. 3 list an address in Opelika, and the rest are spread across Columbus (10), Phenix City (3), and Auburn (2). The closest is Sanders Appliance, about 1.9 miles away. 6 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.7, 3.8 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Mention washers | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 22 |
First up for Opelika: Appliance Care Pros (2.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 59 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.1 miles away, based in Valley, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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 Opelika
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Opelika quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Opelika, AL
Washer calls in Opelika 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
Questions to Ask a Opelika Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Opelika, AL
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Opelika
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Opelika technician gets at the parts.