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 Jefferson City, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Jefferson City TN
Our data shows 20 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Jefferson City. Other nearby bases include Knoxville (13), Sevierville (3), and Morristown (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Nearest on the list: Guaranteed Appliance -Appliance and Appliance Repair - Morristown, around 6.7 miles out. 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 18 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Jefferson City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 20 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.7, 10.4, 14.2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Jefferson City: ProTech Appliance Repair, Inc. (26.7 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair Knoxville (17.8 miles away, based in Sevierville, 4.9 stars from 84 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.2 miles away, based in Sevierville, 4.6 stars from 103 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.6 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.5 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Jefferson City. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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: $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?
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 Jefferson City
Most washer calls in Jefferson City 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 Jefferson City Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Jefferson City, TN
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.