Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Anniston that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Anniston
Our data shows 13 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Anniston. 4 of them are based in Anniston itself, and other nearby bases include Gadsden (2), Pell City (2), and Jacksonville (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. BRIAN'S SERVICE CO. is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Anniston. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.4, 4.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
The leading options for Anniston are Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Pell City, 4.6 stars from 507 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.0 miles away, based in Gadsden, 4.4 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coopers Appliance (9.4 miles away, based in Eastaboga, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scott's appliance repair LLC (4.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Anniston. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
What Anniston Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Anniston 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.
Questions to Ask a Anniston Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Anniston, AL
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.