Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Roxboro, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer Technicians Serving Roxboro, NC
Within 30 miles of Roxboro there are 19 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Roxboro, and the rest are spread across Durham (10), Burlington (1), and Oxford (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Nearest on the list: Buchanan Appliance Service Inc., around 1.1 miles out. Of those, 4 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 18 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.2, 2.3 |
The leading options for Roxboro are AMC Appliance Repair- Durham, North Carolina (29.5 miles away, based in Durham, 5.0 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Durham Appliance Thrift and Repair LLC (28.8 miles away, based in Durham, 4.9 stars from 173 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.7 miles away, based in Durham, 4.5 stars from 385 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Porterfield's Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Burlington, 4.6 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
The Usual Washer Culprits in Roxboro
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Roxboro
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
Do not make an airtight seal between the drain hose and the standpipe or restrict the hose; standpipe height limits vary by model (Maytag's high-efficiency guide allows 18 to 96 inches). Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- 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.
What Roxboro Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Roxboro 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Roxboro
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
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Before you call a Roxboro 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.