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 Forestdale list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Forestdale
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Forestdale. The rest are spread across Birmingham (27), Bessemer (5), and Hueytown (2). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Nearest on the list: Friendly Appliance Repair Birmingham, around 4.8 miles out. Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.8, 5.3, 6.1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 55 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
Closest matches for Forestdale: Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (13.6 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (6.9 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sekano Appliance Repair. (12.2 miles away, based in Bessemer, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S & S Appliance Parts & Service LLC (16.0 miles away, based in Bessemer, 3.6 stars from 1,492 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Forestdale. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Local Notes for Forestdale
Most washer calls in Forestdale 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 Forestdale
- 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?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Forestdale, AL
Why won't my washer spin?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Other Washer Repair in Forestdale
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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 Forestdale technician can then bring the right parts for either one.