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 Murfreesboro and the Rutherford County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washer Technicians Serving Murfreesboro, TN
40 repair companies serve Murfreesboro from within 30 miles. 8 of them are based in Murfreesboro itself, and the rest are spread across Nashville (8), Smyrna (4), and Franklin (4). 12 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Murfreesboro. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Murfreesboro. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.0, 1.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 59 |
First up for Murfreesboro: Mr Boro Appliance (1.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smyrna Fix-It-Right Appliance Repair Service (11.3 miles away, based in Smyrna, 4.8 stars from 80 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Nashville (25.6 miles away, based in Nashville, 4.8 stars from 976 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 348 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Murfreesboro
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Murfreesboro
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 Murfreesboro
Most washer calls in Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Murfreesboro, TN
Is there anything I can try first?
How much does washing machine repair cost in Murfreesboro?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why won't my washer drain?
Washer Repair by Brand in Murfreesboro
Washing Machine Repair Near Murfreesboro
Before you call a Murfreesboro 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.