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. The Evansville list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Evansville IN
16 repair companies serve Evansville from within 30 miles. 7 list an address in Evansville, and other nearby bases include Owensboro (5), Henderson (2), and Robards (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Knight Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Evansville. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 14 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.3, 2.1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 16 |
At the top of the Evansville list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Owensboro (27.3 miles away, based in Owensboro, 4.9 stars from 384 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Owensboro, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Acclaim Appliance Repair of Evansville (2.7 miles away, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Evansville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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: $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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Laundry Notes for Evansville, IN
Most washer calls in Evansville 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Evansville
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Evansville, IN
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.