When a washer quits in Bentonville, 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 Bentonville and the Benton County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Bentonville, AR
Within 30 miles of Bentonville there are 22 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Bentonville itself, and the rest are spread across Springdale (8), Fayetteville (6), and Rogers (2). The closest is Mr. Appliance of Springdale and Rogers, about 3.9 miles away. 6 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.0 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 22 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.9, 6.0, 8.0 |
Closest matches for Bentonville: Mr. Appliance of Springdale and Rogers (3.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 782 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Rogers, 4.5 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Fayetteville, AR (18.9 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.8 stars from 492 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.3 miles away, based in Fayetteville, 4.4 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Avoid installing a washer on carpet or loose plywood, and keep leveling legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Bentonville, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
What Bentonville Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Bentonville 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Bentonville
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Bentonville, AR
Why won't my washer spin?
Why won't my washer drain?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Bentonville
Washing Machine Repair Near Bentonville
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Bentonville faster and cheaper.