Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Pocahontas list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Pocahontas
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Pocahontas. The rest are spread across Batesville (4), Paragould (2), and Jonesboro (2). Nearest on the list: Emergency Appliance Repair in Paragould, around 30.3 miles out. 7 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Pocahontas is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 30.3, 31.2, 34.6 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Pocahontas: Mr. Appliance of Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau and Farmington (47.0 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.9 stars from 551 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.6 miles away, based in Jonesboro, 4.5 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (50.1 miles away, based in Batesville, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.7 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.4 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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 leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 Pocahontas
Most washer calls in Pocahontas 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.
Before You Book in Pocahontas
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Pocahontas, AR
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Other Washer Repair in Pocahontas
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Pocahontas
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 Pocahontas technician can then bring the right parts for either one.