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 Bedford that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Bedford
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Bedford. The rest are spread across Bloomington (8), Greenwood (6), and Clarksville (5). The farthest listed company is about 56 miles out. Of those, 16 mention washer or dryer work by name. Appliance Solutions is the nearest, roughly 20.1 miles from Bedford. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 36 businesses. Bedford is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 20.1, 20.6, 20.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 18 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
The leading options for Bedford are McCollum Appliance Repair (51.8 miles away, based in Greenwood, 5.0 stars from 282 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (37.3 miles away, based in Linton, 4.4 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); High Def Appliance (40.3 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.6 stars from 82 reviews); Mike's Custom Service (25.7 miles away, based in Bloomington, 4.4 stars from 8 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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 roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
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.
Around Bedford
Most washer calls in Bedford 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 Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Bedford
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Bedford, IN
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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 Bedford technician can then bring the right parts for either one.