When a washer quits in Prichard, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Prichard and the Mobile County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Prichard
25 repair companies serve Prichard from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Prichard, and the rest are spread across Mobile (14), Daphne (4), and Theodore (3). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. The closest is Swift Appliance Repair Fixers, about 3.2 miles away. Of those, 3 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 23 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Prichard. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.2, 4.3, 4.4 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 25 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
The leading options for Prichard are Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.4 stars from 433 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.6 miles away, based in Daphne, 4.3 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coast Appliance Repair LLC. (7.9 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.1 stars from 12 reviews); ASAP Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Spanish Fort, 5.0 stars from 420 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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.
What Prichard Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Prichard 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 Prichard
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- 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: Prichard, AL
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Is there anything I can try first?
How much does washing machine repair cost in Prichard?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Prichard
Washing Machine Repair Near Prichard
Before you call a Prichard technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.