Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Kingsport list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Kingsport TN
19 repair companies serve Kingsport from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Kingsport, and other nearby bases include Johnson City (4), Bristol (3), and Greeneville (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Milhorn Appliance, around 1.9 miles out. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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 | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 2.3, 2.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
First up for Kingsport: Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (8.3 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Real-Time Appliance Repairs (12.1 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.7 miles away, based in Greeneville, 4.5 stars from 119 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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 spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - 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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Kingsport, TN
Most washer calls in Kingsport 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 Kingsport
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Kingsport, TN
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Washer Repair in Kingsport
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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.