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 Flowery Branch that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Flowery Branch
40 repair companies serve Flowery Branch from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Flowery Branch itself, and other nearby bases include Suwanee (10), Buford (7), and Dacula (6). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Tech Pros & Refrigeration Repair, around 1.5 miles out. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 33 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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.5, 3.6, 3.9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
Closest matches for Flowery Branch: Appliance EMT of Buford (4.0 miles away, based in Buford, 4.9 stars from 4,577 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A To Z Appliance (15.1 miles away, based in Cumming, 5.0 stars from 382 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Quality (14.1 miles away, based in Suwanee, 4.8 stars from 416 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Tech Pros & Refrigeration Repair (15.6 miles away, based in Lawrenceville, 4.9 stars from 813 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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 Flowery Branch
Most washer calls in Flowery Branch 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 Flowery Branch
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Flowery Branch, GA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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.