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 Tupelo, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Tupelo MS
Within 60 miles of Tupelo there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Tupelo, and other nearby bases include Columbus (5), Oxford (4), and Ripley (3). 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: S.I. Service Group, around 3.4 miles out. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Tupelo 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 21 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 7.9, 25.3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Tupelo: Sears Appliance Repair (34.1 miles away, based in Ripley, 4.8 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Simpson Maintenance, LLC (50.3 miles away, based in Vernon, 4.9 stars from 268 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (45.4 miles away, based in Oxford, 4.7 stars from 101 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.5 miles away, based in Corinth, 4.6 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Tupelo. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Tupelo, MS
Most washer calls in Tupelo 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Tupelo
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Tupelo, MS
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Other Washer Repair in Tupelo
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Tupelo
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.