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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Shelbyville that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Shelbyville
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Shelbyville. 3 list an address in Shelbyville, and other nearby bases include Indianapolis (16), Greenwood (12), and Whiteland (2). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. The closest is Cord's Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. Of those, 12 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.3, 1.8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 49 |
Closest matches for Shelbyville: McCollum Appliance Repair (23.2 miles away, based in Greenwood, 5.0 stars from 282 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Indianapolis (21.2 miles away, based in Indianapolis, 4.6 stars from 1,054 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.5 miles away, based in Greenwood, 4.3 stars from 392 reviews, lists Saturday hours); High Def Appliance (22.2 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.6 stars from 82 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- 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
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Shelbyville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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 Shelbyville Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Shelbyville, IN
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Shelbyville
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 Shelbyville technician can then bring the right parts for either one.