A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. The Thomson list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Thomson
16 repair companies serve Thomson from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Thomson itself, and the rest are spread across Augusta (12), Norwood (1), and Grovetown (1). 2 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: WW Restaurant Equipment, L.L.C., around 2.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 8 businesses.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.5, 12.2, 17.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
First up for Thomson: Mr. Appliance of West Augusta (27.0 miles away, based in Augusta, 4.1 stars from 735 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Augusta, 4.5 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Atomic Tech (24.6 miles away, based in Augusta, 4.8 stars from 2,033 reviews); WW Restaurant Equipment, L.L.C. (2.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
The Usual Washer Culprits in Thomson
What Gets Fixed on a Thomson Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - 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:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Around Thomson
Most washer calls in Thomson 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.
Georgia has no appliance repair license; the Secretary of State's construction-related licensing boards cover conditioned air, electrical, plumbing, low voltage, utility and residential/general contractors, with no separate appliance category. Source: Georgia Licensing Boards (Georgia Secretary of State)
In Georgia, you can check a license with the Georgia Secretary of State Licensing Division License Lookup or report a problem to the Georgia Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Thomson
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- 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: Thomson, GA
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Before you call a Thomson 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.