Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Union City that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Union City TN
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Union City. 2 list an address in Union City, and the rest are spread across Jackson (14), Paducah (7), and Murray (3). The closest is Patriarch Appliance Repair Masters, about 1.0 miles away. 9 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 40 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Union City is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Union City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.1, 12.3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 51 |
Closest matches for Union City: Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (54.6 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.5 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Done Right Appliance Repair and Service (47.2 miles away, based in Huntingdon, 4.9 stars from 222 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (42.3 miles away, based in Murray, 4.3 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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 washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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.
Around Union City
Most washer calls in Union City 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 Union City
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Union City, TN
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.