Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Waveland and the Hancock County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Waveland
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Waveland. The rest are spread across Slidell (7), Picayune (3), and Bay St Louis (2). Nearest on the list: Cox Appliance Repair LLC, around 2.6 miles out. Of those, 4 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 17 businesses.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.6, 2.8, 5.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 18 |
The leading options for Waveland are Cox Appliance Repair LLC (2.6 miles away, based in Bay St Louis, 4.7 stars from 49 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.0 miles away, based in Picayune, 4.5 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Biloxi, 4.4 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.7 miles away, based in Gulfport, 4.0 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- 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
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
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
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Waveland
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Around Waveland
Most washer calls in Waveland 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 Waveland
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Waveland, MS
What should I check before calling?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Waveland
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Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Waveland technician a trip for parts.