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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Apex that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Apex
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Apex. 2 list an address in Apex, and other nearby bases include Raleigh (17), Durham (7), and Cary (6). Of those, 10 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.7 miles out. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Apex. 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 | 28 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 1.9, 4.0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Apex: Mr. Appliance of Cary (5.8 miles away, based in Cary, 4.9 stars from 1,970 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina (17.8 miles away, based in Durham, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 236 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.5 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.7 stars from 199 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Apex. 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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.
Local Notes for Apex
Most washer calls in Apex 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Apex
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Apex, NC
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Other Washer Repair in Apex
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Apex
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 Apex technician can then bring the right parts for either one.