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 Covington that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Covington
We found 22 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Covington. 2 list an address in Covington, and the rest are spread across Bartlett (4), Atoka (2), and Arlington (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 21 businesses.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 22 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 2.0, 11.5 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
Closest matches for Covington: Mr. Appliance of Memphis (28.3 miles away, based in Cordova, 4.7 stars from 1,977 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 55 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.4 miles away, based in Memphis, 4.6 stars from 941 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Denmark Appliance Repair LLC (20.7 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.4 stars from 110 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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 not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Covington. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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 Covington Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Covington 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 Covington Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Covington, TN
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Covington
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.