Commercial washers run many more cycles than a home machine and add coin or card systems, heavier drives and, on larger machines, bolted-down frames that home models do not have. The Lake Charles list below starts with companies that mention commercial, laundromat or multifamily laundry work within a longer drive, followed by the nearest appliance repair companies.
Commercial Washer Repair Near Lake Charles
Within 60 miles of Lake Charles there are 29 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 list an address in Lake Charles, and the rest are spread across Beaumont (7), Orange (2), and DeRidder (2). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. No company within 60 miles of Lake Charles names commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work in its listing, so the list adds matches from farther out and the closest appliance repair companies. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lake Charles is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Charles. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.2, 2.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 29 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
The leading options for Lake Charles are Cajun Cold Refrigeration, Inc (67.5 miles away, based in Lafayette, 5.0 stars from 9 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.4 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); C&C Home Appliances (2.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 221 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Commercial Washer Work in Lake Charles
When to Call About a Laundromat Washer
- Leaks under the machine or around the door
- Water not filling or not draining
- Loud banging or shaking on the spin
- Machine stops mid-cycle with an error
Ask any company you call which commercial brands and machine types it services, such as top-load coin machines, front-load washers or washer-extractors.
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
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 Repairs Cost
Commercial and laundromat machine pricing varies with the machine and parts, so treat home-washer ranges as a floor. Published ranges:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Lake Charles, LA
Most washer calls in Lake Charles 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Lake Charles
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Lake Charles, LA
Who repairs laundromat washers?
Who fixes the coin or card system on a washer?
How quickly can a technician get to a laundromat?
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Commercial Washer Repair Near Lake Charles
List which machines are down and what they are doing (not filling, not draining, not taking coins or cards, not spinning). If a route operator or payment provider services the coin or card systems, check with them first.