Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. Below are the companies within reach of Auburn, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer Technicians Serving Auburn, AL
Our data shows 13 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Auburn. 2 list an address in Auburn, and other nearby bases include Opelika (3), Phenix City (3), and Valley (2). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 3 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Ron's Appliance Repair, around 1.7 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 13 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 13 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 3.0, 3.7 |
First up for Auburn: Sears Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Opelika, 4.3 stars from 149 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Valley, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.0 miles away, based in Phenix City, 4.1 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Auburn Appliance Sales & Service (3.0 miles away, 5.0 stars from 327 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
The Usual Washer Culprits in Auburn
What Gets Fixed on a Auburn Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Auburn, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$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?
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.
What Auburn Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Auburn 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.
Before You Book in Auburn
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Auburn, AL
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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 Auburn technician a trip for parts.