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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Fairfield Glade, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Fairfield Glade
40 repair companies serve Fairfield Glade from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Knoxville (15), Crossville (4), and Harriman (3). Distances run up to about 53 miles. 15 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Pattersons Home Appliances, around 9.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 40 businesses. Fairfield Glade is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 18 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 53 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 27 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.5, 9.7, 9.9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
At the top of the Fairfield Glade list: Sears Appliance Repair (18.2 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.3 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of The Cumberlands (36.5 miles away, based in Cookeville, 4.6 stars from 364 reviews); Pattersons Home Appliances (19.8 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.5 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Crossville, 4.6 stars from 96 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Fairfield Glade, TN
Most washer calls in Fairfield Glade 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 Fairfield Glade Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fairfield Glade, TN
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why won't my washer spin?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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 Fairfield Glade technician can then bring the right parts for either one.