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. Below are the companies within reach of Tucker, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Tucker
Within 30 miles of Tucker there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Tucker itself, and the rest are spread across Atlanta (11), Stone Mountain (6), and Decatur (5). Distances run up to about 10 miles. Of those, 11 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Tucker Appliance Repair Technologies, around 1.1 miles out. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 16 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 3.0, 3.1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
The leading options for Tucker are Comfort Appliance Repair of Atlanta (6.5 miles away, based in Chamblee, 4.9 stars from 1,720 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DOCTOR SERVICE APPLIANCES LLC (8.1 miles away, based in Snellville, 5.0 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Fixer Appliance Repair of Atlanta (3.3 miles away, based in Atlanta, 5.0 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Flamingo Appliance Service of Georgia (5.2 miles away, based in Atlanta, 4.2 stars from 2,080 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
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
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$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?
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.
What Tucker Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Tucker 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.
Questions to Ask a Tucker Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Tucker, GA
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Why won't my washer drain?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Do you cover Tucker and nearby towns?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Tucker
Washing Machine Repair Near Tucker
Before you call a Tucker 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.