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 Franklin list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Franklin
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Franklin. 1 list an address in Franklin, and the rest are spread across Indianapolis (17), Greenwood (12), and Shelbyville (3). Nearest on the list: Appliance Network LLC, around 1.6 miles out. 13 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Franklin. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 4.1, 5.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 58 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 19 |
The leading options for Franklin are McCollum Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Greenwood, 5.0 stars from 282 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Greenwood, 4.3 stars from 392 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Indianapolis (18.2 miles away, based in Indianapolis, 4.6 stars from 1,054 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Nate's Appliance Repair & HVAC (16.5 miles away, based in Indianapolis, 4.8 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What Franklin Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Franklin 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.
Questions to Ask a Franklin Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Franklin, IN
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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.