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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Barbourville
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Barbourville. The rest are spread across Knoxville (7), Corbin (3), and Somerset (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. 5 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: R & M Appliance Parts & Services, around 13.6 miles out. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Barbourville is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 13.6, 15.2, 17.3 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 26 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
Closest matches for Barbourville: Mr. Appliance of Campbellsville, Somerset, and Corbin (43.1 miles away, based in Somerset, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (57.5 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.5 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.4 miles away, based in Somerset, 4.1 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.5 miles away, based in Monticello, 3.7 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Barbourville
Most washer calls in Barbourville 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.
Kentucky has no license category for appliance repair as such; the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction licenses trades such as HVAC (whose scope covers installing and repairing heating, burner and cooling systems), plumbing and electrical. Source: KRS 198B.650 Definitions (Kentucky Legislative Research Commission)
In Kentucky, you can check a license with the Department of Housing, Buildings and Construction License Search and Verification or report a problem to the Kentucky Attorney General, Office of Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Barbourville
- 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 the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Barbourville, KY
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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 Barbourville technician a trip for parts.