Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Alma.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Alma
Within 30 miles of Alma there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Alma, and the rest are spread across Fort Smith (7), Van Buren (4), and Winslow (1). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Nearest on the list: Shearer Appliance Services, around 0.8 miles out. 2 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 5.8, 6.4 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Mention washers | 2 |
First up for Alma: Affordable Appliances Fort Smith (11.6 miles away, based in Fort Smith, 4.6 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ALL-IN appliance repair (25.7 miles away, based in Winslow, 4.9 stars from 112 reviews); Reeves & Son Arkansas Appliance Services (5.8 miles away, based in Van Buren, 4.4 stars from 40 reviews); A-Tech Appliance Service (13.9 miles away, based in Fort Smith, 4.7 stars from 310 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Alma
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Alma quote:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Alma
Washer calls in Alma most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
Natural gas piping and equipment work is governed by the state plumbing and fuel gas codes, and gas fitters are licensed by the Arkansas Department of Health's Plumbing and Natural Gas program. Source: Plumbing & Natural Gas - Arkansas Department of Health
Before You Book in Alma
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Alma, AR
Why won't my washer drain?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Alma
Washer & Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Alma technician gets at the parts.