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 Massac list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Massac KY
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Massac. The rest are spread across Paducah (7), Murray (3), and Benton (2). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.8 miles away. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Massac is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Massac. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 3.2, 4.4 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 26 |
First up for Massac: Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Paducah, 4.3 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Help Center (4.4 miles away, based in Paducah, 4.4 stars from 65 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, based in Paducah, 1.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.6 miles away, based in Union City, 4.4 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Massac. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Laundry Notes for Massac, KY
Most washer calls in Massac 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 Massac
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Massac, KY
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Other Washer Repair in Massac
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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 Massac technician can then bring the right parts for either one.