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 Milledgeville.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Milledgeville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Milledgeville. 2 list an address in Milledgeville, and other nearby bases include Macon (10), Warner Robins (9), and Covington (3). Distances run up to about 52 miles. 11 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is G E Appliance Services, about 0.7 miles away. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Milledgeville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.2, 25.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
| Mention washers | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Milledgeville list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.2 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Macon (42.1 miles away, based in Byron, 4.9 stars from 592 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (29.1 miles away, based in Macon, 4.2 stars from 229 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mart (43.5 miles away, based in Warner Robins, 4.5 stars from 50 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Milledgeville quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Milledgeville
Washer calls in Milledgeville 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 Milledgeville
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Milledgeville, GA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Do you cover Milledgeville and nearby towns?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Milledgeville
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Milledgeville technician gets at the parts.