In Sweetwater, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Sweetwater and the Monroe County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Sweetwater
13 repair companies serve Sweetwater from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Lenoir City (3), Harriman (3), and Knoxville (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is A-Fair Appliance Center LLC, about 11.5 miles away. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Sweetwater. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 11.5, 16.5, 19.1 |
At the top of the Sweetwater list: Sears Appliance Repair (22.9 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.3 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pattersons Home Appliances (20.4 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.5 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S&S Service LLC (21.9 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.5 miles away, based in Maryville, 4.4 stars from 106 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- 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 Sweetwater
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Sweetwater quote:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Sweetwater, TN
Washer calls in Sweetwater 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Sweetwater
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Sweetwater, TN
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Sweetwater
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Sweetwater technician gets at the parts.