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 Arkadelphia, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Arkadelphia
21 repair companies serve Arkadelphia from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Little Rock (10), Hot Springs (4), and Benton (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Chuck's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 24.4 miles from Arkadelphia. The 14 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Arkadelphia 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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 24.4, 24.5, 25.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 21 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
The leading options for Arkadelphia are Chuck's Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in Hot Springs, 4.2 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.2 miles away, based in Hope, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.8 miles away, based in Benton, 4.4 stars from 299 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (59.0 miles away, based in Little Rock, 4.2 stars from 214 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Arkadelphia. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Arkadelphia
Most washer calls in Arkadelphia 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Arkadelphia
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Arkadelphia, AR
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Arkadelphia
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 Arkadelphia technician can then bring the right parts for either one.