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 Loudon list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Loudon TN
Within 30 miles of Loudon there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Loudon, and other nearby bases include Knoxville (14), Lenoir City (3), and Harriman (3). 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: A-Fair Appliance Center LLC, around 1.4 miles out. The 27 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Loudon. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 29 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 5.6, 10.7 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
Closest matches for Loudon: S&S Service LLC (11.0 miles away, based in Lenoir City, 4.9 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.6 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.3 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pattersons Home Appliances (14.3 miles away, based in Harriman, 4.5 stars from 121 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (20.7 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Loudon. 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Around Loudon
Most washer calls in Loudon 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).
Before You Book in Loudon
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Loudon, TN
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Other Washer Repair in Loudon
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Loudon
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.