When a washer quits in Statesville, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Statesville and the Iredell County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Statesville, NC
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Statesville. 2 list an address in Statesville, and other nearby bases include Salisbury (8), Mooresville (7), and Huntersville (6). 14 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 31 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Statesville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.0, 5.0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 17 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 47 |
The leading options for Statesville are LKN Appliance Repair (22.1 miles away, based in Denver, 5.0 stars from 97 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 195 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quick Reliable Appliance Repair of Mooresville, NC (13.5 miles away, based in Mooresville, 4.7 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours); LKN Appliance Repair Statesville (1.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
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 let children play in, on or with a washer, and remove the lid or door before a washer is discarded or taken out of service so a child cannot become trapped inside. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Statesville
Most washer calls in Statesville 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 Statesville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Statesville, NC
What does a washer repair usually cost?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Find Your Washer Brand in Statesville
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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 Statesville technician a trip for parts.