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 Jefferson, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Jefferson
Within 30 miles of Jefferson there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Jefferson itself, and other nearby bases include Athens (7), Winder (5), and Dacula (5). 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sunshine Oven Repair, around 1.2 miles out. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.6 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 | 14 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.2, 5.2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 29 |
First up for Jefferson: Appliance EMT of Buford (21.4 miles away, based in Buford, 4.9 stars from 4,577 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Athens Appliance Repair (16.5 miles away, based in Athens, 5.0 stars from 1,341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Solution of Atlanta, LLC (13.0 miles away, based in Winder, 4.8 stars from 316 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Athens (21.9 miles away, based in Watkinsville, 4.9 stars from 457 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
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
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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 draining or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Jefferson. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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 roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Around Jefferson
Most washer calls in Jefferson 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Jefferson
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Jefferson, GA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Jefferson
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.