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 Greenwood that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Greenwood
10 repair companies serve Greenwood from within 60 miles. 2 list an address in Greenwood, and the rest are spread across Clarksdale (2), Indianola (1), and Winona (1). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 9 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Greenwood is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Greenwood. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 3.5, 24.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 10 |
The leading options for Greenwood are Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 3.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.1 miles away, based in Grenada, 3.8 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (49.4 miles away, based in Greenville, 5.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.7 miles away, based in Clarksdale, 4.3 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
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 spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Greenwood. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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 roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Greenwood
Most washer calls in Greenwood 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.
Before You Book in Greenwood
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Greenwood, MS
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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.