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 Bristol list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Bristol, TN
We found 16 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bristol. 3 of them are based in Bristol itself, and other nearby bases include Johnson City (4), Kingsport (3), and Elizabethton (1). The closest is American Appliance Inc, about 1.9 miles away. 5 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 16 businesses.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.5, 2.8 |
At the top of the Bristol list: Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (17.0 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (16.6 miles away, based in Kingsport, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.5 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (16.4 miles away, based in Abingdon, 4.4 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
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
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 Bristol
Before replacing a washer in Bristol, 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Bristol, TN
Most washer calls in Bristol 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).
Questions to Ask a Bristol Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Bristol, TN
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Before you call a Bristol 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.