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.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Roanoke
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Roanoke. 1 of them are based in Roanoke itself, and other nearby bases include LaGrange (4), Anniston (4), and Columbus (4). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Roanoke. Of those, 7 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Roanoke is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 17.1, 18.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
The leading options for Roanoke are Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.5 miles away, based in Valley, 4.6 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.3 miles away, based in LaGrange, 4.2 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Douglasville (53.0 miles away, based in Douglasville, 4.7 stars from 997 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
The Usual Washer Culprits in Roanoke
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Roanoke
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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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.
Around Roanoke
Most washer calls in Roanoke 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Roanoke
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
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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 Roanoke technician a trip for parts.