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 Joplin that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Joplin MO
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Joplin. 7 of them are based in Joplin itself, and other nearby bases include Pittsburg (2), Monett (2), and Aurora (2). The closest is Mr. Appliance of Joplin, about 0.9 miles away. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 26 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Joplin 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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 27 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.8, 1.8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Joplin: Mr. Appliance of Joplin (0.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 426 reviews); Bowers Service Co (11.8 miles away, based in Carthage, 4.8 stars from 156 reviews); Big M Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Baxter Springs, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Joplin. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Joplin, MO
Most washer calls in Joplin 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Joplin
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Joplin, MO
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Other Washer Repair in Joplin
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Joplin
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.