Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Poplar Bluff list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Poplar Bluff MO
11 repair companies serve Poplar Bluff from within 60 miles. 2 list an address in Poplar Bluff, and other nearby bases include Paragould (2), Dexter (1), and Patterson (1). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Poplar Bluff. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Poplar Bluff is inside its regular service area.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 3.3, 25.4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
First up for Poplar Bluff: Mr. Appliance of Poplar Bluff, Cape Girardeau and Farmington (3.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 551 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.8 miles away, based in Malden, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (41.9 miles away, based in Kennett, 4.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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 washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Poplar Bluff. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Poplar Bluff, MO
Most washer calls in Poplar Bluff 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Poplar Bluff
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Poplar Bluff, MO
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
More Washing Machine Repair in Poplar Bluff, MO
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Poplar Bluff
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 Poplar Bluff technician can then bring the right parts for either one.