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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near West Hattiesburg, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near West Hattiesburg
Our data shows 13 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of West Hattiesburg. The rest are spread across Hattiesburg (3), Picayune (3), and Columbia (2). The farthest listed company is about 58 miles out. Appliance Service Central LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from West Hattiesburg. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 11 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether West Hattiesburg is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from West Hattiesburg. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 3.2, 3.9 |
First up for West Hattiesburg: FixFast Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 3.7 stars from 22 reviews); Sears Home Services (26.8 miles away, based in Columbia); Sears Appliance Repair (57.6 miles away, based in Picayune, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Brackman Service Company (3.2 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 4.8 stars from 20 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Around West Hattiesburg
Most washer calls in West 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.
Questions to Ask a West Hattiesburg Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: West Hattiesburg, MS
What stops a washer from spinning?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A West Hattiesburg technician can then bring the right parts for either one.