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 Savannah list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Savannah
Within 60 miles of Savannah there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Jackson (22), Florence (4), and Muscle Shoals (3). Distances run up to about 53 miles. Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 25.9 miles out. The 38 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars. Savannah is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention washer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 45 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 25.9, 28.2, 30.0 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
At the top of the Savannah list: Sears Appliance Repair (25.9 miles away, based in Corinth, 4.6 stars from 40 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meals Appliance Repair (30.0 miles away, based in Lexington, 4.6 stars from 49 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (45.0 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.5 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.7 miles away, based in Ripley, 4.8 stars from 118 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- 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.
What Savannah Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Savannah 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 Savannah Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Savannah, TN
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
More Washing Machine Repair in Savannah, TN
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Savannah
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 Savannah technician can then bring the right parts for either one.