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 Prichard that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Prichard
25 repair companies serve Prichard from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Prichard, and other nearby bases include Mobile (14), Daphne (4), and Theodore (3). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. The closest is Swift Appliance Repair Fixers, about 3.2 miles away. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Prichard. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.2, 4.3, 4.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 25 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
Closest matches for Prichard: Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.4 stars from 433 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.6 miles away, based in Daphne, 4.3 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coast Appliance Repair LLC. (7.9 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.1 stars from 12 reviews); ASAP Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Spanish Fort, 5.0 stars from 420 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Prichard, AL
Most washer calls in Prichard 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 Prichard
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Prichard, AL
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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.