A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Andalusia that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Andalusia
We found 12 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Andalusia. 1 list an address in Andalusia, and other nearby bases include Baker (2), Enterprise (2), and Milton (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. The closest is Appliance One, about 0.5 miles away. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Andalusia is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 34.3, 36.8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
The leading options for Andalusia are Tri-State Appliance Repair (36.8 miles away, based in Enterprise, 4.4 stars from 47 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Dothan (51.0 miles away, based in Newton, 4.6 stars from 261 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (38.1 miles away, based in Enterprise, 4.5 stars from 208 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.7 miles away, based in Monroeville, 4.6 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Andalusia
Most washer calls in Andalusia come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Andalusia
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Andalusia, AL
What stops a washer from spinning?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Andalusia
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Andalusia technician can then bring the right parts for either one.