Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. The companies below serve Pontotoc and the Pontotoc County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Pontotoc
18 repair companies serve Pontotoc from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Pontotoc, and other nearby bases include Oxford (5), Ripley (3), and Booneville (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. 4 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is Refrigeration Service, about 9.7 miles away. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Pontotoc is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pontotoc. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.7, 16.5, 20.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 4 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
The leading options for Pontotoc are Sears Appliance Repair (33.1 miles away, based in Ripley, 4.8 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (30.2 miles away, based in Oxford, 4.7 stars from 101 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (54.1 miles away, based in Corinth, 4.6 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (57.2 miles away, based in Grenada, 3.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
The Dryer Half of the Visit
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 Pontotoc
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine 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.
Have These Handy
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Pontotoc
Washer calls in Pontotoc 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
Natural gas and liquefied petroleum gas line work falls under the State Board of Contractors' Mechanical classification, while its Plumbing classification excludes fuel gas. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
Questions to Ask a Pontotoc Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Pontotoc, MS
Which areas near Pontotoc do these technicians cover?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
More Laundry Repair in Pontotoc, MS
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Pontotoc
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Pontotoc technician gets at the parts.