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 Dexter that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Dexter
Within 60 miles of Dexter there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Dexter itself, and the rest are spread across Poplar Bluff (2), Union City (2), and Paragould (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. The closest is Reliable Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 16 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Dexter is inside its regular service area.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 17 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 15.1, 22.5 |
Closest matches for Dexter: Mr. Appliance of Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau and Farmington (27.0 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.9 stars from 551 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.4 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (42.0 miles away, based in Cape Girardeau, 4.5 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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.
Laundry Notes for Dexter, MO
Most washer calls in Dexter 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.
In Missouri, you can report a problem to the Missouri Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Dexter Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Dexter, MO
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Dexter
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 Dexter technician can then bring the right parts for either one.