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 Richmond list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Richmond KY
We found 22 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Richmond. 2 of them are based in Richmond itself, and the rest are spread across Lexington (9), Danville (5), and Winchester (3). Sears Home Services is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Richmond. Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 22 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 4.3, 6.1 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 22 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
First up for Richmond: Mr. Appliance of Lexington KY (23.5 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.9 stars from 2,215 reviews); Sears Home Services (0.7 miles away, 4.5 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); EJ's Appliance Repair (19.0 miles away, based in Winchester, 4.8 stars from 617 reviews); Appliance Service of Lexington Inc. (22.7 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.7 stars from 72 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Around Richmond
Most washer calls in Richmond 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 Richmond
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Richmond, KY
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Other Washer Repair in Richmond
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Richmond
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 Richmond technician can then bring the right parts for either one.