Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Latimer and the Jackson County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Latimer, MS
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Latimer. The rest are spread across Mobile (14), Slidell (5), and Theodore (3). Distances run up to about 57 miles. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Dobies Appliance Repair LLC, around 5.1 miles out. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Latimer is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Latimer. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 47 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.1, 6.8, 10.6 |
The leading options for Latimer are Sears Appliance Repair (10.6 miles away, based in Biloxi, 4.4 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.1 miles away, based in Moss Point, 4.0 stars from 76 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (40.3 miles away, based in Mobile, 4.4 stars from 433 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Gulfport, 4.0 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
The Usual Washer Culprits in Latimer
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Latimer
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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.
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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Latimer
Most washer calls in Latimer 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.
Before You Book in Latimer
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Latimer, MS
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Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Latimer
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Latimer faster and cheaper.