In Columbia, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Columbia.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Columbia
We found 23 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Columbia. 2 of them are based in Columbia itself, and the rest are spread across Hattiesburg (4), McComb (4), and Picayune (3). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. 4 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Sears Home Services is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Columbia. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 20 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Columbia is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 3.1, 23.1 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 23 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
At the top of the Columbia list: Sears Home Services (1.2 miles away); Sears Appliance Repair (37.8 miles away, based in McComb, 4.6 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixFast Appliance Repair (23.1 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 3.7 stars from 22 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (51.8 miles away, based in Picayune, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Columbia
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Columbia quote:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- 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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Columbia, MS
Washer calls in Columbia most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Columbia Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Columbia, MS
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Columbia technician gets at the parts.