A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Shively.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Shively
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Shively. The rest are spread across Louisville (20), Clarksville (5), and Jeffersonville (3). Distances run up to about 28 miles. 16 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Cook Appliance Service LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Shively. Across 38 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 28 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 4.8, 5.0 |
| Mention washers | 16 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 40 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
At the top of the Shively list: Bodewell Appliances (13.4 miles away, based in Lyndon, 4.8 stars from 9,212 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Garry Skaggs Appliance Service (8.4 miles away, based in Louisville, 4.9 stars from 459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Louisville (14.1 miles away, based in Louisville, 4.8 stars from 988 reviews); Skaggs Appliance LLC (17.2 miles away, based in Corydon, 4.9 stars from 169 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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 Shively
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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
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
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Shively
Washer calls in Shively 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Shively
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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: Shively, KY
Why won't my washer drain?
Which areas near Shively do these technicians cover?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Shively technician gets at the parts.