When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Commerce.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Commerce
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Commerce. 2 list an address in Commerce, and the rest are spread across Athens (7), Winder (5), and Jefferson (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. The closest is AAA Ability Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 33 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 53 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 4.3, 8.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
Closest matches for Commerce: Appliance EMT of Buford (29.2 miles away, based in Buford, 4.9 stars from 4,577 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Athens Appliance Repair (17.6 miles away, based in Athens, 5.0 stars from 1,341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Athens (24.4 miles away, based in Watkinsville, 4.9 stars from 457 reviews); Appliance Repair Solution of Atlanta, LLC (21.4 miles away, based in Winder, 4.8 stars from 316 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Commerce quote:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Commerce
Washer calls in Commerce most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
Georgia lists the International Fuel Gas Code among its mandatory state minimum construction codes, and permitting and inspection of gas work is handled by the local governments that enforce those codes. Source: Mandatory and Permissive State Codes (Georgia Department of Community Affairs)
Before You Book in Commerce
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Commerce, GA
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Do you cover Commerce and nearby towns?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Commerce technician can then plan for both on one visit.