Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Parsons that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Parsons
We found 22 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Parsons. 1 list an address in Parsons, and the rest are spread across Joplin (7), Bartlesville (3), and Chanute (2). Of those, 10 mention washer or dryer work by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Parsons. Across 22 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars. Parsons is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Parsons. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 24.9, 25.1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 22 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
Closest matches for Parsons: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.6 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Joplin (46.6 miles away, based in Joplin, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews); Big M Appliance Repair (38.2 miles away, based in Baxter Springs, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bowers Service Co (55.4 miles away, based in Carthage, 4.8 stars from 156 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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 leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Local Notes for Parsons
Most washer calls in Parsons 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).
Questions to Ask a Parsons Washer Technician
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Parsons, KS
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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 Parsons technician can then bring the right parts for either one.