In Sylacauga, 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 Sylacauga.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Sylacauga, AL
Within 60 miles of Sylacauga there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Birmingham (17), Pelham (4), and Alabaster (3). Brilliance Appliance Repair Harpersville is the nearest, roughly 15.4 miles from Sylacauga. Of those, 5 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 23 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Sylacauga is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sylacauga. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention washers | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 15.4, 20.3, 24.3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Sylacauga list: Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (36.4 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (39.1 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.8 miles away, based in Pell City, 4.6 stars from 507 reviews, lists Saturday hours); OTM Appliance Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 457 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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 bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
- 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?
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
- 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
Around Sylacauga
Washer calls in Sylacauga 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Sylacauga
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Sylacauga, AL
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Do you cover Sylacauga and nearby towns?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Other Dryer Repair in Sylacauga
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Sylacauga
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Sylacauga technician gets at the parts.