Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Oxford, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Oxford AL
We found 13 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Oxford. The rest are spread across Anniston (4), Pell City (2), and Gadsden (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 3 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Haynes Sewing Machine Co, about 4.7 miles away. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.7, 5.5, 5.6 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
At the top of the Oxford list: Sears Appliance Repair (23.6 miles away, based in Pell City, 4.6 stars from 507 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coopers Appliance (5.5 miles away, based in Eastaboga, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.7 miles away, based in Gadsden, 4.4 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scott's appliance repair LLC (7.9 miles away, based in Anniston, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- 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
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
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 not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Oxford. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $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?
- 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.
Around Oxford
Most washer calls in Oxford 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 Oxford
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Oxford, AL
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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.