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 Brookhaven that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Brookhaven
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Brookhaven. Other nearby bases include Atlanta (27), Sandy Springs (3), and Decatur (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. 11 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: UltraFix Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.3, 2.1 |
| Mention washer work | 15 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Brookhaven list: Comfort Appliance Repair of Atlanta (1.3 miles away, based in Chamblee, 4.9 stars from 1,720 reviews, lists Saturday hours); City Boys R Us Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.4 stars from 383 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.8 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care of Atlanta (2.4 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.2 stars from 403 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Local Notes for Brookhaven
Most washer calls in Brookhaven 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.
Questions to Ask a Brookhaven Washer Technician
- 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?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Brookhaven, GA
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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 Brookhaven technician can then bring the right parts for either one.