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 Joplin.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Joplin, MO
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Joplin. 8 of them are based in Joplin itself, and other nearby bases include Pittsburg (2), Carthage (1), and Baxter Springs (1). The closest is Hillbilly Outlet, about 0.7 miles away. 6 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Rated companies nearby average 3.7 stars across 12 businesses.
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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.9, 1.8 |
| Mention washers | 6 |
Closest matches for Joplin: Mr. Appliance of Joplin (0.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews); Bowers Service Co (11.8 miles away, based in Carthage, 4.8 stars from 156 reviews); Big M Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Baxter Springs, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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 Joplin quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Joplin, MO
Washer calls in Joplin most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Gas appliance and mechanical trade credentials are issued by local governments; Kansas City, for example, certifies gas-fired appliance supervisors, mechanical supervisors and master pipe fitters. Source: KCMO BizCare: Contractor Licensing
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Joplin
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Joplin, MO
Which areas near Joplin do these technicians cover?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer drain?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Other Dryer Repair in Joplin
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Joplin
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Joplin technician gets at the parts.