Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Demopolis list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Demopolis, AL
Our data shows 17 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Demopolis. The rest are spread across Tuscaloosa (4), Meridian (4), and Selma (3). The closest is Wilco Appliance Repair, about 32.8 miles away. Of those, 5 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 16 businesses. Demopolis is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 32.8, 38.6, 47.5 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
The leading options for Demopolis are Jones washer & dryer repair (48.8 miles away, based in Tuscaloosa, 4.8 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (48.8 miles away, based in Tuscaloosa, 4.4 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (51.3 miles away, based in Tuscaloosa, 4.4 stars from 172 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (50.2 miles away, based in Meridian, 4.7 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Demopolis
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
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
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?
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:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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.
Laundry Notes for Demopolis, AL
Most washer calls in Demopolis 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.
Questions to Ask a Demopolis Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Demopolis, 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 Demopolis technician a trip for parts.