A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Hattiesburg that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Hattiesburg MS
13 repair companies serve Hattiesburg from within 60 miles. 3 list an address in Hattiesburg, and the rest are spread across Picayune (3), Columbia (2), and Petal (1). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. Nearest on the list: Appliance Service Central LLC, around 3.0 miles out. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 11 businesses. Hattiesburg is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 4.9, 7.2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
The leading options for Hattiesburg are FixFast Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, 3.7 stars from 22 reviews); Sears Home Services (30.1 miles away, based in Columbia); Sears Appliance Repair (58.4 miles away, based in Picayune, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brackman Service Company (4.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 20 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- 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.
What Hattiesburg Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Hattiesburg 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Hattiesburg
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hattiesburg, MS
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.