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 Hot Springs that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hot Springs
Within 60 miles of Hot Springs there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 of them are based in Hot Springs itself, and other nearby bases include Little Rock (19), North Little Rock (9), and Maumelle (3). The farthest listed company is about 49 miles out. Appliance Service Co Inc is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Hot Springs. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Hot Springs 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.8, 1.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
First up for Hot Springs: Chuck's Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.2 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Benton, 4.4 stars from 299 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.1 miles away, based in Little Rock, 4.2 stars from 214 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Tech Appliance Service (47.5 miles away, based in Little Rock, 4.6 stars from 187 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Hot Springs. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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 Hot Springs Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hot Springs, AR
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why won't my washer spin?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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 Hot Springs technician can then bring the right parts for either one.