When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Madisonville listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Madisonville, TN
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Madisonville. The rest are spread across Lenoir City (3), Maryville (3), and Harriman (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 6 list washer and dryer repair specifically. A-Fair Appliance Center LLC is the nearest, roughly 14.6 miles from Madisonville. The 14 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Madisonville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 14 |
| Mention washers | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 14.6, 20.6, 24.0 |
The leading options for Madisonville are Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Maryville, 4.4 stars from 106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S&S Service LLC (24.0 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (30.0 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.3 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pattersons Home Appliances (27.5 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.5 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Madisonville, TN
Washer calls in Madisonville most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
Gas piping and gas appliance installation permits are handled by local governments, some of which require their own gas fitter license; for example, Chattanooga requires a city Master Gas Fitter License to pull a gas permit. Source: City of Chattanooga: Gas Permit
Questions to Ask a Madisonville Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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: Madisonville, TN
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Do you cover Madisonville 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 Madisonville technician gets at the parts.