A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. The Murfreesboro list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Murfreesboro
Within 30 miles of Murfreesboro there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Murfreesboro, and other nearby bases include Nashville (8), Smyrna (4), and Franklin (4). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. Of those, 12 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.0, 1.2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 59 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
Closest matches for Murfreesboro: Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 348 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Murfreesboro Fix-It-Right Appliance Repair Service (1.4 miles away, 4.3 stars from 245 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr Boro Appliance (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ken's Appliance Service, Inc. (1.4 miles away, 4.2 stars from 768 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Murfreesboro. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 Murfreesboro
Most washer calls in Murfreesboro 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).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Murfreesboro
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Murfreesboro, TN
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew 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.