A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Roanoke listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Roanoke
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Roanoke. 1 list an address in Roanoke, and the rest are spread across LaGrange (4), Anniston (4), and Opelika (3). Of those, 7 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. Across 39 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Roanoke is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 17.1, 18.8 |
| Mention washers | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
At the top of the Roanoke list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.3 miles away, based in LaGrange, 4.2 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.5 miles away, based in Valley, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (49.5 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Roanoke, AL
Washer calls in Roanoke 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 Roanoke Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Roanoke, AL
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Which areas near Roanoke do these technicians cover?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Roanoke technician gets at the parts.