A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lafayette and the Macon County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washer Technicians Serving Lafayette, TN
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lafayette. 1 list an address in Lafayette, and other nearby bases include Gallatin (10), Lebanon (4), and Glasgow (1). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. Nearest on the list: Lafayette Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. 2 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 8 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 23.2, 24.6 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
At the top of the Lafayette list: An Appliance Repair and Sales LLC (24.6 miles away, based in Glasgow, 3.5 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.9 miles away, based in Lebanon, 4.3 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Robert's Appliance Repair (27.6 miles away, based in Portland, 4.7 stars from 161 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Action Appliance Repair Service (23.2 miles away, based in Lebanon, 5.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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 pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
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.
Local Notes for Lafayette
Most washer calls in Lafayette 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).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Lafayette
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lafayette, TN
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why won't my washer drain?
Find Your Washer Brand in Lafayette
Washing Machine Repair Near Lafayette
Before you call a Lafayette 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.