Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Pelham that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Pelham
Within 30 miles of Pelham there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Pelham, and the rest are spread across Birmingham (20), Bessemer (6), and Alabaster (3). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Prime Appliance Care Solutions is the nearest, roughly 2.8 miles from Pelham. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 56 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 3.1, 3.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
The leading options for Pelham are Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (19.5 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (15.1 miles away, based in Birmingham, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sekano Appliance Repair. (13.5 miles away, based in Bessemer, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); S & S Appliance Parts & Service LLC (8.9 miles away, based in Bessemer, 3.6 stars from 1,492 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Local Notes for Pelham
Most washer calls in Pelham 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 Pelham
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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: Pelham, AL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
More Washing Machine Repair in Pelham, AL
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Pelham
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 Pelham technician can then bring the right parts for either one.