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. Below are the companies within reach of Madison, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer Technicians Serving Madison, MS
37 repair companies serve Madison from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Madison, and other nearby bases include Jackson (20), Brandon (6), and Pearl (4). Distances run up to about 22 miles. Brent's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Madison. 2 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Madison. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.2, 2.1 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 37 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
The leading options for Madison are Mr. Appliance of Madison (2.1 miles away, 4.5 stars from 179 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Ridgeland, 4.1 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Davis Refrigeration and Electrical Inc (6.5 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.6 stars from 9 reviews); Timber Appliance Repair Professionals (6.5 miles away, based in Jackson, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Madison Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not filling with water.
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
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
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
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:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Madison Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Madison 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 Madison
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Madison, MS
Is there anything I can try first?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Before you call a Madison 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.