Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The Arab list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Arab AL
24 repair companies serve Arab from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Arab itself, and the rest are spread across Huntsville (11), Cullman (4), and Madison (2). Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Arab. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 24 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.4, 14.5 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
At the top of the Arab list: Mr. Appliance of Huntsville (27.1 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.8 stars from 1,723 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 4.5 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Huntsville, 4.4 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in Oneonta, 4.5 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Laundry Notes for Arab, AL
Most washer calls in Arab 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Arab
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Arab, AL
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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 Arab technician can then bring the right parts for either one.