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 Emporia list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Emporia KS
Our data shows 14 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Emporia. The rest are spread across Topeka (5), Ottawa (3), and Junction City (2). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Todd's Appliance Parts & Service is the nearest, roughly 24.7 miles from Emporia. Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 13 rated companies in range average 3.8 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Emporia is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Mention washer work | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 24.7, 40.9, 46.7 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
At the top of the Emporia list: Sears Appliance Repair (52.0 miles away, based in Ottawa, 4.6 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (54.9 miles away, based in Junction City, 4.4 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (49.5 miles away, based in Topeka, 3.8 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Todd's Appliance Parts & Service (24.7 miles away, based in Council Grove, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
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: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Emporia. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 Emporia
Most washer calls in Emporia 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 Kansas, you can report a problem to the Kansas Attorney General Public Protection Division (Consumer Protection).
Before You Book in Emporia
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Emporia, KS
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Emporia
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 Emporia technician can then bring the right parts for either one.