Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Walkertown that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Walkertown
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Walkertown. The rest are spread across High Point (11), Winston-Salem (9), and Greensboro (8). Distances run up to about 20 miles. The closest is Larkwell Appliance Works, about 3.6 miles away. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.6, 3.6, 5.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 55 |
First up for Walkertown: Sears Appliance Repair (19.1 miles away, based in Greensboro, 4.4 stars from 955 reviews, lists Saturday hours); John Michael & Associates, Inc. (14.5 miles away, based in High Point, 4.7 stars from 230 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Clemmons, 4.6 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Prime Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Winston-Salem, 5.0 stars from 8 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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 washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Walkertown. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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 Walkertown Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Walkertown 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.
Before You Book in Walkertown
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Walkertown, NC
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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 Walkertown technician can then bring the right parts for either one.