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 Duluth that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Duluth
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Duluth. 11 list an address in Duluth, and other nearby bases include Suwanee (12), Lawrenceville (5), and Alpharetta (5). Appliance Repair Tech Duluth is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Duluth. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 37 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 15 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.1, 1.4 |
The leading options for Duluth are Appliance Repair Quality (5.7 miles away, based in Suwanee, 4.8 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Tech Pros & Refrigeration Repair (4.1 miles away, based in Lawrenceville, 4.9 stars from 813 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Davis Smart Appliance (4.9 miles away, based in Alpharetta, 5.0 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABC Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Johns Creek, 5.0 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
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
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Duluth
Most washer calls in Duluth 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 Duluth
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Duluth, GA
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Other Washer Repair in Duluth
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Duluth
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 Duluth technician can then bring the right parts for either one.