A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Cynthiana, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Cynthiana KY
Within 30 miles of Cynthiana there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Lexington (8), Winchester (3), and Georgetown (1). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Mr. Appliance of Georgetown is the nearest, roughly 17.9 miles from Cynthiana. 7 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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 a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 17.9, 25.8, 25.8 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
The leading options for Cynthiana are Mr. Appliance of Georgetown (17.9 miles away, based in Georgetown, 4.9 stars from 845 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Lexington KY (28.3 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews); EJ's Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Winchester, 4.8 stars from 617 reviews); Appliance Service of Lexington Inc. (29.4 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.7 stars from 72 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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 leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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.
What Cynthiana Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Cynthiana 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 Cynthiana
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- 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: Cynthiana, KY
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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 Cynthiana technician can then bring the right parts for either one.