Commercial laundry repair is a narrower field than home appliance repair, and not every company that fixes a home washer takes on coin-op or on-premise laundry equipment. Below are commercial-capable companies within reach of Meraux, plus nearby appliance repair companies you can ask about laundry equipment.
Commercial Washer Repair Near Meraux
40 repair companies serve Meraux from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Meraux itself, and other nearby bases include Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). Meraux Appliance Repair. is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Meraux. None of the repair companies near Meraux name commercial, laundromat or coin-op laundry work in their listings, so we show the closest appliance repair companies. Ask each one about your machine before booking. The 35 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars.
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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 18 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Mention commercial or laundromat work | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 46 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
The leading options for Meraux are Professional Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (16.4 miles away, based in Harahan, 4.8 stars from 150 reviews); Broussard Appliance Service (15.5 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Accardo's Appliance Repair Service (15.1 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 70 reviews).
Commercial Washer Work in Meraux
Signs a Commercial Washer Needs Service
- Machine will not start from coin or card
- Loud banging or shaking on the spin
- Clothes come out soaking wet
- Leaks under the machine or around the door
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.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Budgeting for Commercial Repairs
Published ranges for washer repairs, for reference when a Meraux company quotes commercial work:
- 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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.
Around Meraux
Most washer calls in Meraux 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.
Questions to Ask a Meraux Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Commercial Washer Repair FAQs: Meraux, LA
Do home appliance repair companies fix commercial washers?
What is a washer-extractor?
Who fixes the coin or card system on a washer?
How fast can a commercial washer be repaired?
Related Repair Pages for Meraux
Commercial Washer Repair in Nearby Cities
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.