A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. The LaGrange list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near LaGrange
Within 30 miles of LaGrange there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in LaGrange, and the rest are spread across Hogansville (2), Valley (2), and Hamilton (1). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Al's Appliance & Refrigeration, about 1.5 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 12 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from LaGrange. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.8, 3.5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
At the top of the LaGrange list: Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, 4.2 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Valley, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.6 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.4 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cook's Home Appliance Service (4.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 37 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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 not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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: $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.
Around LaGrange
Most washer calls in LaGrange 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 LaGrange
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: LaGrange, GA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near LaGrange
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.