When a washer quits in Hot Springs, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Hot Springs, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Hot Springs, AR
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Hot Springs. 4 list an address in Hot Springs, and the rest are spread across Little Rock (19), North Little Rock (9), and Maumelle (3). The farthest listed company is about 49 miles out. Nearest on the list: Appliance Service Co Inc, around 0.7 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Hot Springs is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hot Springs. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.8, 1.9 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
The leading options for Hot Springs are Chuck's Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.2 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Benton, 4.4 stars from 299 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Tech Appliance Service (47.5 miles away, based in Little Rock, 4.6 stars from 187 reviews); Green Appliance Geeks (47.0 miles away, based in North Little Rock, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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
Do not let children play in, on or with a washer, and remove the lid or door before a washer is discarded or taken out of service so a child cannot become trapped inside. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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.
Around Hot Springs
Most washer calls in Hot Springs 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Hot Springs
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Hot Springs, AR
Why is there water left in my washer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is there anything I can try first?
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
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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 Hot Springs technician a trip for parts.