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 Seymour, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Seymour
Our data shows 34 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Seymour. The rest are spread across Knoxville (20), Sevierville (3), and Maryville (3). 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Walker Appliance Repair, around 10.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Seymour. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 34 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.0, 10.3, 10.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Seymour are ProTech Appliance Repair, Inc. (12.5 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Maryville, 4.4 stars from 106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (17.2 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); Fuse Service HVAC & Appliance Repair Knoxville (11.2 miles away, based in Sevierville, 4.9 stars from 84 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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.
Laundry Notes for Seymour, TN
Most washer calls in Seymour 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 Seymour
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Seymour, TN
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Seymour
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.