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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Metropolis, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Metropolis
We found 28 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Metropolis. Other nearby bases include Paducah (7), Murray (3), and Benton (2). Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. Appliance Help Center is the nearest, roughly 4.5 miles from Metropolis. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Metropolis is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Metropolis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.5, 5.4, 6.5 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 28 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
The leading options for Metropolis are Sears Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Paducah, 4.3 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Help Center (4.5 miles away, based in Paducah, 4.4 stars from 65 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Paducah, 1.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.5 miles away, based in Marion, 4.4 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Metropolis. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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.
What Metropolis Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Metropolis 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.
In Illinois, you can check a license with the Illinois Department of Public Health Plumber License Search or report a problem to the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Fraud Bureau.
Before You Book in Metropolis
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Metropolis, IL
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Other Washer Repair in Metropolis
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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.