Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Dalton, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Dalton
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Dalton. 6 of them are based in Dalton itself, and other nearby bases include Chattanooga (9), Cleveland (2), and LaFayette (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. The closest is Langford Appliance, Inc., about 0.5 miles away. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 24 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dalton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.3, 1.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 26 |
Closest matches for Dalton: Masters Appliance Heating & Air (21.4 miles away, based in Chattanooga, 4.8 stars from 149 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Services Appliance Heating & Air LLC (23.6 miles away, based in Collegedale, 4.7 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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 Dalton Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Dalton 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 Dalton
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Dalton, GA
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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 Dalton technician can then bring the right parts for either one.