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. The Candler-McAfee list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Candler-McAfee
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Candler-McAfee. Other nearby bases include Atlanta (22), Decatur (7), and Stone Mountain (6). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Nearest on the list: Avauxco, around 2.2 miles out. 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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 washer work | 11 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.2, 2.4, 2.4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
First up for Candler-McAfee: Comfort Appliance Repair of Atlanta (10.6 miles away, based in Chamblee, 4.9 stars from 1,720 reviews, lists Saturday hours); City Boys R Us Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.4 stars from 383 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.8 stars from 20 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A Plus Appliance Solutions (7.2 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.8 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
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.
Local Notes for Candler-McAfee
Most washer calls in Candler-McAfee 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.
Before You Book in Candler-McAfee
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Candler-McAfee, GA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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 Candler-McAfee technician can then bring the right parts for either one.