Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Hawkinsville list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Hawkinsville GA
Our data shows 20 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hawkinsville. 2 of them are based in Hawkinsville itself, and the rest are spread across Warner Robins (9), Byron (2), and Cochran (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Appliance Marvel In Home Repairs & Services, around 1.8 miles out. The 17 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hawkinsville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 1.8, 10.0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 20 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
Closest matches for Hawkinsville: Mr. Appliance of Macon (28.4 miles away, based in Byron, 4.9 stars from 592 reviews); Appliance Mart (21.8 miles away, based in Warner Robins, 4.5 stars from 50 reviews); S&A Appliance Repair, LLC (22.7 miles away, based in Warner Robins, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.4 miles away, based in Centerville, 4.2 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- 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
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Hawkinsville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- 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?
- 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.
What Hawkinsville Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Hawkinsville 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 Hawkinsville
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hawkinsville, GA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hawkinsville
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 Hawkinsville technician can then bring the right parts for either one.