Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Montgomery list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Montgomery
21 repair companies serve Montgomery from within 60 miles. 3 of them are based in Montgomery itself, and other nearby bases include Prattville (3), Selma (3), and Opelika (3). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. Yes Appliance Repair Montgomery is the nearest, roughly 2.2 miles from Montgomery. Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars. Montgomery 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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.2, 2.6, 4.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
Closest matches for Montgomery: Sears Appliance Repair (41.0 miles away, based in Clanton, 4.3 stars from 400 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.3 miles away, based in Selma, 4.4 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.5 miles away, based in Opelika, 4.3 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Clark-Rothschild Appliance Repair- Refrigerator, Freezer and Ice Machine specialist (16.3 miles away, based in Prattville, 4.7 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Montgomery
Most washer calls in Montgomery 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 Montgomery
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Montgomery, AL
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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 Montgomery technician can then bring the right parts for either one.