In Roanoke Rapids, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. We sort the Roanoke Rapids listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Roanoke Rapids
Within 60 miles of Roanoke Rapids there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Roanoke Rapids itself, and other nearby bases include Petersburg (4), Rocky Mount (2), and Youngsville (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Nearest on the list: Gordon’s Appliance Repair, LLC, around 1.2 miles out. 5 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Roanoke Rapids is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Roanoke Rapids. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Mention washers | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 27 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 32.9, 33.5 |
Closest matches for Roanoke Rapids: JB Appliance Solutions (36.9 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.9 stars from 638 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (33.5 miles away, based in Rocky Mount, 4.4 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.9 miles away, based in La Crosse, 4.6 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.9 miles away, based in Franklin, 4.5 stars from 184 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Roanoke Rapids quote:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Roanoke Rapids Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Roanoke Rapids most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
Gas and fuel piping installation requires a plumbing or heating license, or a restricted fuel piping license, issued by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. § 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
Questions to Ask a Roanoke Rapids Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Roanoke Rapids, NC
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Which areas near Roanoke Rapids do these technicians cover?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Roanoke Rapids technician gets at the parts.