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 Mobile that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Mobile
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Mobile. 14 list an address in Mobile, and the rest are spread across Daphne (4), Theodore (3), and Moss Point (2). The closest is Yes Appliance Repair Mobile, AL, about 0.9 miles away. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 28 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.2, 1.3 |
First up for Mobile: Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 433 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.6 miles away, based in Daphne, 4.3 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coast Appliance Repair LLC. (5.9 miles away, 4.1 stars from 12 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Moss Point, 4.0 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Mobile. 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
What Mobile Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Mobile 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.
Before You Book in Mobile
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mobile, AL
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.