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.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Kingsport
We found 19 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kingsport. 3 of them are based in Kingsport itself, and the rest are spread across Johnson City (4), Bristol (3), and Greeneville (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 5 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is Milhorn Appliance, about 1.9 miles away. The 19 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kingsport. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 2.3, 2.3 |
First up for Kingsport: Mr. Appliance of the Tri-Cities (8.3 miles away, based in Gray, 4.5 stars from 1,004 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 4.5 stars from 174 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Real-Time Appliance Repairs (12.1 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in Johnson City, 4.4 stars from 277 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Kingsport Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Kingsport
Before replacing a washer in Kingsport, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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: $150–$400 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?
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.
Local Notes for Kingsport
Most washer calls in Kingsport 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 Kingsport Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Kingsport, TN
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Before you call a Kingsport 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.