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. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Washer Technicians Serving Alcoa, TN
We found 36 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Alcoa. 2 of them are based in Alcoa itself, and the rest are spread across Knoxville (20), Maryville (3), and Lenoir City (3). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. 11 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is Batteries Plus Phone Repair, about 2.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alcoa. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 11 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 36 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.7, 3.3, 3.4 |
The leading options for Alcoa are Mr. Appliance of Knoxville (9.8 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.6 stars from 1,973 reviews); ProTech Appliance Repair, Inc. (13.4 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Maryville, 4.4 stars from 106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.7 miles away, based in Knoxville, 4.5 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Alcoa
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not spinning.
Water, Power and Safety First
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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
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
Before replacing a washer in Alcoa, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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 Alcoa
Most washer calls in Alcoa 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.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors does not list an appliance repair license among the licenses it issues (general contractor, home improvement, limited licensed electrician and limited licensed plumber). Source: TN Board for Licensing Contractors
In Tennessee, you can check a license with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance: Verify a License or report a problem to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs (Office of the Attorney General).
Before You Book in Alcoa
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Alcoa, TN
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Before you call a Alcoa 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.