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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Brownsville that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Brownsville
28 repair companies serve Brownsville from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Brownsville itself, and the rest are spread across Jackson (22), Covington (2), and Ripley (1). 2 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Alexander Refrigeration Repair, around 0.2 miles out. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.6, 18.4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 28 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
First up for Brownsville: Sears Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.5 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Covington, 4.9 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alexander Refrigeration Repair (0.2 miles away, 4.4 stars from 28 reviews); Billy Garrett Services (0.6 miles away, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Brownsville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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 Brownsville
Most washer calls in Brownsville 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).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Brownsville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Brownsville, TN
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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.