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 Rockmart, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Rockmart GA
Within 30 miles of Rockmart there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Rome (8), Douglasville (6), and Cartersville (5). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. A & W Appliance is the nearest, roughly 12.1 miles from Rockmart. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 12.1, 12.5, 12.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 55 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 32 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
First up for Rockmart: Deep South Appliance Service (15.7 miles away, based in Dallas, 4.9 stars from 265 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.0 miles away, based in Douglasville, 4.7 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.8 miles away, based in Mableton, 4.6 stars from 309 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Fixer Appliance Repair (26.0 miles away, based in Kennesaw, 4.7 stars from 385 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Rockmart
Most washer calls in Rockmart 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 Rockmart
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Rockmart, GA
Why won't my washer spin?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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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 Rockmart technician can then bring the right parts for either one.