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 Picayune and the Pearl River County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Picayune, MS
20 repair companies serve Picayune from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Picayune, and the rest are spread across Slidell (7), Mandeville (3), and Bay St Louis (2). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. 5 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 20 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.1, 4.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
First up for Picayune: Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Cox Appliance Repair LLC (22.3 miles away, based in Bay St Louis, 4.7 stars from 49 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Mandeville, 4.3 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); 1st Call Appliance Tech (25.1 miles away, based in Mandeville, 4.8 stars from 50 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
The Usual Washer Culprits in Picayune
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Picayune
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:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Local Notes for Picayune
Most washer calls in Picayune 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Picayune
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Picayune, MS
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Before you call a Picayune 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.