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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Thomaston that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Thomaston
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Thomaston. 1 list an address in Thomaston, and other nearby bases include Macon (10), McDonough (9), and Fayetteville (3). Davidson Electrical Solutions llc. is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Thomaston. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 33 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Thomaston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 24.7, 26.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Thomaston: Mr. Appliance of Macon (38.1 miles away, based in Byron, 4.9 stars from 592 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (37.4 miles away, based in McDonough, 4.6 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.7 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.4 stars from 373 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (39.6 miles away, based in LaGrange, 4.2 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Thomaston, GA
Most washer calls in Thomaston 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 Thomaston
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Thomaston, GA
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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.