When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Dunbar and the Kanawha County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Dunbar
Within 60 miles of Dunbar there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Charleston (6), Huntington (2), and Oak Hill (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. Of those, 9 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Washer Wizzards ABC Appliance Repair Service is the nearest, roughly 3.4 miles from Dunbar. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Dunbar is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dunbar. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 9 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 25 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 3.6, 4.3 |
The leading options for Dunbar are Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in St Albans, 4.3 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.3 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Scott Depot, 4.1 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Washer Problems Technicians See in Dunbar
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Dunbar quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Dunbar, WV
Washer calls in Dunbar most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Dunbar
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Dunbar, WV
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
More Laundry Repair in Dunbar, WV
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Dunbar
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Dunbar technician gets at the parts.