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 Burlington list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Burlington KY
Within 30 miles of Burlington there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Cincinnati (24), Covington (4), and Florence (3). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. 7 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 4.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Burlington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.2, 4.6, 5.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Burlington: Niceley’s Appliance Repair Inc. (6.3 miles away, based in Erlanger, 4.8 stars from 2,056 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BA Appliance Repair Service (20.7 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 5.0 stars from 2,073 reviews); A-1 Appliance Service Co (18.9 miles away, based in Cincinnati, 4.8 stars from 1,034 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Edgewood, 4.4 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
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 not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Burlington
Most washer calls in Burlington 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.
Questions to Ask a Burlington Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Burlington, KY
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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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.