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 Perry 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 Perry
29 repair companies serve Perry from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Perry itself, and other nearby bases include Macon (10), Warner Robins (9), and Byron (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Jones Appliance Service, about 1.0 miles away. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Perry. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 29 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 7.6, 8.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
The leading options for Perry are Mr. Appliance of Macon (12.0 miles away, based in Byron, 4.9 stars from 592 reviews); Appliance Mart (7.6 miles away, based in Warner Robins, 4.5 stars from 50 reviews); S&A Appliance Repair, LLC (9.7 miles away, based in Warner Robins, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Centerville, 4.2 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Perry, GA
Most washer calls in Perry 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Perry
- 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?
- 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: Perry, GA
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Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.