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. 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.
Washer Technicians Serving Paducah, KY
We found 26 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Paducah. 7 of them are based in Paducah itself, and the rest are spread across Murray (3), Benton (2), and Marion (2). The farthest listed company is about 56 miles out. Nearest on the list: Purchase Appliances Inc., around 0.9 miles out. 8 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 25 businesses. Paducah is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Paducah. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.0, 2.4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 26 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 17 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
At the top of the Paducah list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, 4.3 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Help Center (4.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 65 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (37.3 miles away, based in Murray, 4.3 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 1.0 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Paducah Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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.
Local Notes for Paducah
Most washer calls in Paducah 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 Paducah
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Paducah, KY
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Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Paducah
Washing Machine Repair Near Paducah
Before you call a Paducah 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.