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 Barbourville that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Barbourville KY
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Barbourville. The rest are spread across Knoxville (7), Corbin (3), and Somerset (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. The closest is R & M Appliance Parts & Services, about 13.6 miles away. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Barbourville is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Barbourville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 26 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 13.6, 15.2, 17.3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
The leading options for Barbourville are Mr. Appliance of Campbellsville, Somerset, and Corbin (43.1 miles away, based in Somerset, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (43.4 miles away, based in Somerset, 4.1 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (57.5 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.5 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (55.0 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.1 stars from 143 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Barbourville, KY
Most washer calls in Barbourville 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Barbourville
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Barbourville, KY
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Other Washer Repair in Barbourville
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Barbourville
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.