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 Hopkinsville that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Hopkinsville
12 repair companies serve Hopkinsville from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Hopkinsville, and the rest are spread across Clarksville (9) and Nortonville (1). 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Avalanche Appliance Repair Supporters is the nearest, roughly 2.0 miles from Hopkinsville. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.7 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 2.7, 18.1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
Closest matches for Hopkinsville: Mr. Appliance of Clarksville (20.0 miles away, based in Clarksville, 4.8 stars from 770 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Barnes Repair Company (18.1 miles away, based in Clarksville, 5.0 stars from 289 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in Clarksville, 4.5 stars from 144 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Absolute Best Appliance (27.9 miles away, based in Clarksville, 4.8 stars from 1,844 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Hopkinsville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Around Hopkinsville
Most washer calls in Hopkinsville 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 Hopkinsville 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hopkinsville, KY
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hopkinsville
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 Hopkinsville technician can then bring the right parts for either one.