Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Washer Technicians Serving Birmingham, AL
Within 30 miles of Birmingham there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 29 list an address in Birmingham, and other nearby bases include Bessemer (3), Hoover (2), and Vestavia Hills (1). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Of those, 3 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: EspressoTech Solutions, around 0.2 miles out. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 56 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.3, 0.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
First up for Birmingham: Lewie's Appliance Sales & Service (0.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 2,563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance Over the Mountain (8.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,998 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sekano Appliance Repair. (12.7 miles away, based in Bessemer, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Connection (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 1,726 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water 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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Birmingham
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Birmingham, AL
Birmingham Water Works Board, which supplies Birmingham, reports hardness of 40-156 mg/L total hardness (soft to hard, varies by source/treatment plant). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Birmingham Water Works 2025 Annual Water Quality Report (CCR)
Birmingham's Design Review Committee oversees exterior changes in city-designated local historic districts including Highland Park, Forest Park, Avondale Park and Norwood. Source: City of Birmingham Design Review Committee Agenda (Jan 10, 2024)
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 Birmingham
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Birmingham, AL
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Washer Repair by Brand in Birmingham
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Birmingham faster and cheaper.