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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Opp that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Opp
14 repair companies serve Opp from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Dothan (3), Enterprise (2), and Baker (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. The closest is Appliance One, about 13.6 miles away. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 13 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Opp is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 13.6, 23.8, 25.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 14 |
At the top of the Opp list: Tri-State Appliance Repair (23.8 miles away, based in Enterprise, 4.4 stars from 47 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Dothan (37.8 miles away, based in Newton, 4.6 stars from 261 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.1 miles away, based in Enterprise, 4.5 stars from 208 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.2 miles away, based in Dothan, 4.5 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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 Opp Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Opp 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 Opp
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Opp, AL
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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.