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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Louisville, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Louisville
15 repair companies serve Louisville from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Louisville itself, and other nearby bases include Columbus (5), Meridian (4), and Philadelphia (3). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Nearest on the list: Dedicated Appliance Repair Louisville, around 0.7 miles out. Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Louisville is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Louisville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 22.3, 24.4 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
At the top of the Louisville list: Sears Appliance Repair (39.3 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.9 miles away, based in Columbus, 4.4 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (57.3 miles away, based in Meridian, 4.7 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dedicated Appliance Repair Louisville (0.7 miles away, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
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
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 front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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.
Local Notes for Louisville
Most washer calls in Louisville 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 Louisville Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Louisville, MS
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Other Washer Repair in Louisville
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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.