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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Jackson, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Jackson
22 repair companies serve Jackson from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Jackson, and other nearby bases include Paducah (4), Marion (2), and Poplar Bluff (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. L & K Used and New Appliances and Service is the nearest, roughly 3.7 miles from Jackson. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Jackson is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.7, 7.4, 24.0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 22 |
Closest matches for Jackson: Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Perryville, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.4 miles away, based in Cape Girardeau, 4.5 stars from 146 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau and Farmington (59.5 miles away, based in Poplar Bluff, 4.9 stars from 551 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (44.9 miles away, based in Marion, 4.4 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
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
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
What Jackson Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Jackson 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 Jackson Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Jackson, MO
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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 Jackson technician can then bring the right parts for either one.