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 Madison list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Madison IN
40 repair companies serve Madison from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Madison, and the rest are spread across Louisville (16), Clarksville (5), and Jeffersonville (3). Distances run up to about 43 miles. Nearest on the list: Dusty's Service Center, around 1.7 miles out. Of those, 15 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Madison is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Madison. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 22 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 21 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 20.9, 21.0 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
First up for Madison: Garry Skaggs Appliance Service (41.1 miles away, based in Louisville, 4.9 stars from 459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Professionals Parts and Service (28.7 miles away, based in Crestwood, 4.8 stars from 140 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in North Vernon, 4.7 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Louisville (35.5 miles away, based in Louisville, 4.8 stars from 988 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. 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:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
What Madison Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Madison 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.
Before You Book in Madison
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Madison, IN
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.