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 Smithfield and the Johnston County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Smithfield, NC
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Smithfield. 2 list an address in Smithfield, and the rest are spread across Raleigh (12), Goldsboro (5), and Fuquay-Varina (4). Distances run up to about 27 miles. Of those, 3 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Fixers Experts Appliance Smithfield, around 0.5 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 38 businesses.
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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 6.4, 8.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 49 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
The leading options for Smithfield are Sears Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in Dunn, 4.6 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.3 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.5 stars from 197 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.6 miles away, based in Raleigh, 4.3 stars from 571 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.8 miles away, based in Goldsboro, 4.7 stars from 225 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
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 Smithfield
Before replacing a washer in Smithfield, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- 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 Smithfield Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Smithfield 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 Smithfield
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Smithfield, NC
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer drain?
Washer Repair by Brand in Smithfield
Washing Machine Repair Near Smithfield
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 Smithfield technician a trip for parts.