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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Macon, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Macon
Our data shows 27 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Macon. 10 of them are based in Macon itself, and other nearby bases include Warner Robins (9), Byron (2), and Forsyth (2). Nearest on the list: Next Door Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Macon. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.9, 3.1 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 27 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
At the top of the Macon list: Mr. Appliance of Macon (11.4 miles away, based in Byron, 4.9 stars from 592 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, 4.2 stars from 229 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mart (16.5 miles away, based in Warner Robins, 4.5 stars from 50 reviews); S&A Appliance Repair, LLC (15.0 miles away, based in Warner Robins, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Macon. 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
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 Macon Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Macon 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 Macon
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Macon, GA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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.