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 Barbourville.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Barbourville, KY
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Barbourville. The rest are spread across Knoxville (7), Corbin (3), and Somerset (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. The closest is R & M Appliance Parts & Services, about 13.6 miles away. Of those, 6 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Barbourville is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Barbourville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 27 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 13.6, 15.2, 17.3 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
The leading options for Barbourville are Bundy Maytag Home Appliance Center (19.7 miles away, based in London, 4.6 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Campbellsville, Somerset, and Corbin (43.1 miles away, based in Somerset, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (43.4 miles away, based in Somerset, 4.1 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (57.5 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.5 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Washer Repair Involves
And on the Dryer Side
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Barbourville
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine 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.
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
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Barbourville, KY
Washer calls in Barbourville most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Barbourville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Barbourville, KY
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Other Dryer Repair in Barbourville
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Barbourville
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Barbourville technician gets at the parts.