When a washer quits in Forest, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Forest and the Scott County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Forest
40 repair companies serve Forest from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Jackson (16), Brandon (6), and Pearl (4). Distances run up to about 43 miles. Nearest on the list: Rush Appliance Repair Contractors, around 29.1 miles out. 2 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Forest is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 47 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 29.1, 30.3, 30.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
The leading options for Forest are Mr. Appliance of Madison (38.0 miles away, based in Madison, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (38.7 miles away, based in Ridgeland, 4.1 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.8 miles away, based in Meridian, 4.7 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Watkins Air & Appliance (30.9 miles away, based in Brandon, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Forest
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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
To prevent siphoning, Whirlpool's instructions limit the drain hose to no more than 8 inches inside a standpipe that is at least 2 inches across and 39 to 96 inches tall, measured from the bottom of the washer. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Forest
Before replacing a washer in Forest, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Laundry Notes for Forest, MS
Most washer calls in Forest 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.
Mississippi's State Board of Contractors has no appliance repair classification; it licenses mechanical, HVAC and plumbing contractors, with residential mechanical and plumbing subcontractors required to hold a license. Source: MSBOC: Classifications
In Mississippi, you can check a license with the MSBOC Check A License or report a problem to the Mississippi Attorney General's Office, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Forest
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Forest, MS
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is there water left in my washer?
Do you cover Forest and nearby towns?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Forest
Washing Machine Repair Near Forest
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Forest faster and cheaper.