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 Henderson and the Vance County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washer Technicians Serving Henderson, NC
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Henderson. 1 of them are based in Henderson itself, and the rest are spread across Wake Forest (3), Youngsville (2), and Oxford (1). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Nearest on the list: Quick Fix Appliance Sales and Service, around 0.9 miles out.
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| Mention washer work | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 6.8, 19.5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
First up for Henderson: Stovall's Appliance Services (6.8 miles away, based in Oxford, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews); Quick Fix Appliance Sales and Service (0.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 64 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Fix - Tech Repair in Walmart Wake Forest (26.6 miles away, based in Wake Forest, 4.8 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ifix Appliances LLC (25.9 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.8 stars from 305 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Henderson Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
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.
Around Henderson
Most washer calls in Henderson 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.
North Carolina has no license specific to appliance repair; work on gas appliances, fuel piping and heating equipment is regulated by the State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, with an exemption for minor repairs that don't change fuel type, venting or piping. Source: N.C. Gen. Stat. ยง 87-21 (NC General Assembly)
In North Carolina, you can check a license with the NC Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Board public license search or report a problem to the North Carolina Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Division.
Before You Book in Henderson
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Henderson, NC
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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 Henderson technician a trip for parts.