When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Gainesville and the Hall County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Gainesville
Within 30 miles of Gainesville there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Gainesville itself, and other nearby bases include Buford (7), Cumming (7), and Dacula (4). Of those, 6 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.8 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 3.8, 5.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
At the top of the Gainesville list: Appliance EMT of Buford (13.0 miles away, based in Buford, 4.9 stars from 4,577 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A To Z Appliance (21.6 miles away, based in Cumming, 5.0 stars from 382 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.4 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Quality (22.5 miles away, based in Suwanee, 4.8 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
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:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Gainesville
Washer calls in Gainesville 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Gainesville
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Gainesville, GA
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Gainesville technician gets at the parts.