In Wilmore, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. We sort the Wilmore listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Wilmore, KY
We found 29 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wilmore. Other nearby bases include Lexington (9), Danville (5), and Frankfort (4). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. The closest is Family First Appliance Repair And Installation, about 4.5 miles away. Of those, 12 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wilmore. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.5, 10.4, 10.9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 29 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
At the top of the Wilmore list: Mr. Appliance of Lexington KY (11.9 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Georgetown (23.9 miles away, based in Georgetown, 4.9 stars from 845 reviews); Appliance Service of Lexington Inc. (10.9 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.7 stars from 72 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.3 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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 Wilmore
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Wilmore
Washer calls in Wilmore 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.
Questions to Ask a Wilmore Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Wilmore, KY
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why won't my washer drain?
Do you cover Wilmore and nearby towns?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Wilmore technician gets at the parts.