A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Theodore and the Mobile County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Theodore
Our data shows 29 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Theodore. 3 list an address in Theodore, and the rest are spread across Mobile (14), Daphne (4), and Moss Point (2). 4 list washer and dryer repair specifically. A & B Appliances is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Theodore. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 29 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.6, 3.9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
The leading options for Theodore are Sears Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.4 stars from 433 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Moss Point, 4.0 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.6 miles away, based in Daphne, 4.3 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coast Appliance Repair LLC. (10.2 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.1 stars from 12 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Theodore quote:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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?
- 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.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for Theodore
Washer calls in Theodore 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Theodore
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Theodore, AL
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Theodore
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Theodore technician can then plan for both on one visit.