Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. The Kathleen list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Kathleen, FL
40 repair companies serve Kathleen from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Lakeland (16), Wesley Chapel (8), and Zephyrhills (5). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. Of those, 10 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Mike's Appliance Repair, around 2.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kathleen. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 4.0, 5.5 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
First up for Kathleen: Mr. Appliance of Lakeland (8.2 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.6 stars from 423 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay To Bay Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Plant City, 4.7 stars from 686 reviews); ER Appliance Repair (20.0 miles away, based in Wesley Chapel, 4.9 stars from 298 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hartman's Appliance Repair Lakeland (11.9 miles away, based in Lakeland, 4.7 stars from 158 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
The Usual Washer Culprits in Kathleen
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Kathleen, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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.
Laundry Notes for Kathleen, FL
Most washer calls in Kathleen 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.
Florida's construction licensing guidance says that paid work such as installing a dishwasher connected to drinking water or replacing a water heater requires a licensed contractor, and that a local business tax receipt or certificate of competency may also apply; it does not describe a separate state appliance repair license. Source: DBPR License Requirements and Exemptions (Construction Industry Licensing Board), posted by Columbia County
In Florida, you can check a license with the DBPR Verify a License (MyFloridaLicense.com) or report a problem to the Florida Attorney General, Office of Citizen Services / Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Kathleen
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
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Washing Machine Repair Near Kathleen
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Kathleen faster and cheaper.