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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Fulton that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Fulton MO
17 repair companies serve Fulton from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Fulton, and the rest are spread across Columbia (7), Jefferson City (6), and Holts Summit (1). Distances run up to about 28 miles. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 16 businesses.
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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 2.4, 19.6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
Closest matches for Fulton: Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.9 miles away, based in Columbia, 4.6 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.3 miles away, based in Mexico, 4.3 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.5 miles away, based in Jefferson City, 4.1 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- 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.
Local Notes for Fulton
Most washer calls in Fulton 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 Fulton 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fulton, MO
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What stops a washer from spinning?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.