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. The Pulaski list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Pulaski
Within 60 miles of Pulaski there are 34 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Roanoke (9), Princeton (3), and Christiansburg (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Britts Service Co is the nearest, roughly 19.0 miles from Pulaski. Of those, 5 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 31 rated companies in range average 3.8 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Pulaski is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 34 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 19.0, 20.1, 20.6 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
Closest matches for Pulaski: Peerless Appliance Services (49.7 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.9 stars from 1,204 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (20.7 miles away, based in Christiansburg, 4.3 stars from 159 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Affordable Appliances Repair and Sales LLC (48.9 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (45.5 miles away, based in Roanoke, 4.1 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Pulaski Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not filling with water.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Pulaski, 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 level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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 Pulaski
Most washer calls in Pulaski 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.
Virginia's Board for Contractors has no appliance repair license classification, but its gas fitting contracting specialty covers installing, repairing or removing gas piping and appliances attached to real property. Source: 18VAC50-22-30, Definitions of specialty services
In Virginia, you can check a license with the DPOR License Lookup or report a problem to the Office of the Attorney General of Virginia, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Pulaski
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Pulaski faster and cheaper.