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 Cross Lanes, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Cross Lanes
We found 27 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Cross Lanes. Other nearby bases include Charleston (6), Huntington (2), and Oak Hill (2). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 4.4 miles from Cross Lanes. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 24 businesses. Cross Lanes is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 27 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 4.4, 6.6, 7.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
First up for Cross Lanes: Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in St Albans, 4.3 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.4 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.3 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Charleston, 4.6 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Scott Depot, 4.1 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
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
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 not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Cross Lanes. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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.
Local Notes for Cross Lanes
Most washer calls in Cross Lanes 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.
West Virginia's Division of Labor certifies HVAC technicians for installing, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating and cooling system components, and the law has no specific appliance repair license or exemption. Source: West Virginia Code Chapter 21, Article 16 (HVAC technician certification), Division of Labor
In West Virginia, you can check a license with the West Virginia Contractor Licensing Board License Lookup or report a problem to the West Virginia Attorney General, Consumer Protection and Antitrust Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Cross Lanes
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cross Lanes, WV
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Other Washer Repair in Cross Lanes
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Cross Lanes
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.