Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Wilson list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Wilson, NC
We found 19 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Wilson. 1 of them are based in Wilson itself, and the rest are spread across Goldsboro (4), Rocky Mount (2), and Wendell (2). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. The closest is Bass Appliance Service & Sales, about 2.4 miles away. 3 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.4, 14.7, 16.0 |
The leading options for Wilson are JB Appliance Solutions (16.3 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.9 stars from 638 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Rocky Mount, 4.4 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in Goldsboro, 4.7 stars from 225 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bass Appliance Service & Sales (2.4 miles away, 4.2 stars from 97 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
The Usual Washer Culprits in Wilson
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Wilson
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
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:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
Laundry Notes for Wilson, NC
Most washer calls in Wilson 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 Wilson
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Wilson, NC
Why won't my washer drain?
What does a washer repair usually cost?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Washer Repair by Brand in Wilson
Washing Machine Repair Near Wilson
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 Wilson technician a trip for parts.