When a washer quits in Petal, 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. The Petal list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Petal
Our data shows 10 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Petal. 1 list an address in Petal, and other nearby bases include Hattiesburg (3), Columbia (2), and Laurel (1). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. The closest is Knight's Appliance Repair, about 7.0 miles away. 2 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 9 businesses. Petal is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Petal. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.0, 7.8, 8.3 |
At the top of the Petal list: FixFast Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 3.7 stars from 22 reviews); Brackman Service Company (8.3 miles away, based in Hattiesburg, 4.8 stars from 20 reviews); Sears Home Services (35.3 miles away, based in Columbia); Knight's Appliance Repair (7.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Petal Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
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 hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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.
Local Notes for Petal
Most washer calls in Petal 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 Petal
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Petal, MS
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Petal faster and cheaper.