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. Below are the companies within reach of Walkertown, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Walkertown, NC
40 repair companies serve Walkertown from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across High Point (11), Winston-Salem (9), and Greensboro (8). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. 4 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is Larkwell Appliance Works, about 3.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 22 businesses.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.6, 3.6, 5.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 55 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
First up for Walkertown: Sears Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Clemmons, 4.6 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.1 miles away, based in Greensboro, 4.4 stars from 955 reviews, lists Saturday hours); John Michael & Associates, Inc. (14.5 miles away, based in High Point, 4.7 stars from 230 reviews); Davie Major Appliance Repair (29.3 miles away, based in Mocksville, 4.9 stars from 188 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
The Usual Washer Culprits in Walkertown
What Gets Fixed on a Walkertown Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Walkertown
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:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Walkertown
Most washer calls in Walkertown 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.
Questions to Ask a Walkertown Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Walkertown, NC
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Before you call a Walkertown 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.