A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Anniston and the Calhoun County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Anniston
13 repair companies serve Anniston from within 30 miles. 4 of them are based in Anniston itself, and the rest are spread across Gadsden (2), Pell City (2), and Jacksonville (1). 3 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: BRIAN'S SERVICE CO., around 0.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 12 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.4, 4.9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 13 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
Closest matches for Anniston: Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Pell City, 4.6 stars from 507 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coopers Appliance (9.4 miles away, based in Eastaboga, 5.0 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.0 miles away, based in Gadsden, 4.4 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Scott's appliance repair LLC (4.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 201 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
The Usual Washer Culprits in Anniston
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Water, Power and Safety First
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
To prevent siphoning, Whirlpool's instructions limit the drain hose to no more than 8 inches inside a standpipe that is at least 2 inches across and 39 to 96 inches tall, measured from the bottom of the washer. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Anniston
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Anniston Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Anniston 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.
Alabama does not issue a separate appliance repair license, and the state's heating, air conditioning and refrigeration contractor law expressly excludes work on household appliances, residential refrigerators and ice machines. Source: Code of Alabama 1975, Section 34-31-18 et seq. (Alabama Board of Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Contractors)
In Alabama, you can check a license with the Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board Individual Licensee Search or report a problem to the Alabama Attorney General's Office, Consumer Interest Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Anniston
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Anniston, AL
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
What does a washer repair usually cost?
Why is my washer leaking?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Anniston
Washing Machine Repair Near Anniston
Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Anniston technician a trip for parts.