Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Alpharetta that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Alpharetta
40 repair companies serve Alpharetta from within 30 miles. 15 of them are based in Alpharetta itself, and other nearby bases include Roswell (10), Atlanta (5), and Duluth (3). 15 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Trusted Refrigerator Repair and Appliance PRO, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 34 businesses.
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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.3, 1.3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 19 |
| Mention washer work | 19 |
First up for Alpharetta: A To Z Appliance (8.6 miles away, based in Cumming, 5.0 stars from 382 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care of Atlanta (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 2,520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Quality (7.9 miles away, based in Suwanee, 4.8 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Atlanta City Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.8 stars from 288 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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 draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Alpharetta. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
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 Alpharetta
Most washer calls in Alpharetta 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Alpharetta
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Alpharetta, GA
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
More Washing Machine Repair in Alpharetta, GA
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Alpharetta
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.