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 Beaver Dam that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Beaver Dam KY
40 repair companies serve Beaver Dam from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Beaver Dam, and other nearby bases include Evansville (7), Bowling Green (6), and Owensboro (5). Distances run up to about 59 miles. The closest is OBrien refrigeration icecoldsd.com, about 1.0 miles away. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Beaver Dam is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 15.2, 22.1 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 43 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
The leading options for Beaver Dam are Mr. Appliance of Owensboro (28.0 miles away, based in Owensboro, 4.9 stars from 384 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Bowling Green and South Central KY (40.1 miles away, based in Bowling Green, 4.9 stars from 362 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (27.3 miles away, based in Owensboro, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (33.6 miles away, based in Madisonville, 4.4 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- 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
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Beaver Dam. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What Beaver Dam Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Beaver Dam 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.
Before You Book in Beaver Dam
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Beaver Dam, KY
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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 Beaver Dam technician can then bring the right parts for either one.