When a washer quits in Gulfport, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Gulfport, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Gulfport
Within 60 miles of Gulfport there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Gulfport itself, and the rest are spread across Mobile (9), Slidell (7), and Picayune (3). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.8 miles out. 10 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Across 38 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Gulfport is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 44 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 5.4, 7.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
The leading options for Gulfport are Sears Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Biloxi, 4.4 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, 4.0 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cox Appliance Repair LLC (23.7 miles away, based in Bay St Louis, 4.7 stars from 49 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (36.5 miles away, based in Picayune, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
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
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
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Gulfport, MS
Most washer calls in Gulfport 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 Gulfport
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Gulfport, MS
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Gulfport faster and cheaper.