Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Paintsville list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Paintsville
19 repair companies serve Paintsville from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Paintsville, and the rest are spread across Huntington (2), Louisa (1), and Pikeville (1). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. 4 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Paintsville. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Paintsville is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Paintsville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 60 miles | 19 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 20.4, 24.1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
First up for Paintsville: Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 75 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.4 miles away, based in Grayson, 4.2 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.1 miles away, based in Morehead, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (48.7 miles away, based in Huntington, 4.3 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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
Do not make an airtight seal between the drain hose and the standpipe or restrict the hose; standpipe height limits vary by model (Maytag's high-efficiency guide allows 18 to 96 inches). Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Paintsville
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Paintsville
Most washer calls in Paintsville 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.
Questions to Ask a Paintsville Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Paintsville, KY
What does a washer repair usually cost?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why won't my washer drain?
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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 Paintsville technician a trip for parts.