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 Magnolia that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Magnolia AR
Our data shows 16 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Magnolia. 1 of them are based in Magnolia itself, and other nearby bases include Texarkana (4), Bossier City (3), and El Dorado (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. 9 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 14 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Magnolia is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Magnolia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 16 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 23.7, 32.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
At the top of the Magnolia list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.3 miles away, based in Hope, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Texarkana (49.0 miles away, based in Texarkana, 4.9 stars from 717 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.1 miles away, based in Homer, 4.2 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
What Magnolia Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Magnolia 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 Magnolia
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Magnolia, AR
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Other Washer Repair in Magnolia
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Magnolia
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.