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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Cleveland that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Cleveland MS
10 repair companies serve Cleveland from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Clarksdale (2), Greenwood (2), and Drew (1). 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Devoted Appliance Repair Drew, around 12.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 10 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Cleveland is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cleveland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 12.4, 20.6, 29.4 |
At the top of the Cleveland list: Sears Appliance Repair (31.2 miles away, based in Greenville, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (33.9 miles away, based in Greenwood, 3.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (31.6 miles away, based in Clarksdale, 4.3 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.0 miles away, based in Grenada, 3.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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 not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
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.
Local Notes for Cleveland
Most washer calls in Cleveland 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Cleveland 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cleveland, MS
What stops a washer from spinning?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.