Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Arlington, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Arlington
Our data shows 32 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Arlington. 2 of them are based in Arlington itself, and other nearby bases include Memphis (10), Bartlett (4), and Collierville (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Arlington Appliance Repair, about 2.6 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Arlington. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 3.0, 7.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 32 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
At the top of the Arlington list: Mr. Appliance of Memphis (8.1 miles away, based in Cordova, 4.7 stars from 1,977 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in Memphis, 4.6 stars from 941 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Denmark Appliance Repair LLC (3.0 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.7 miles away, based in Collierville, 4.6 stars from 466 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Arlington. 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
What Arlington Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Arlington 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
Questions to Ask a Arlington Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Arlington, TN
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.