A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of De Queen that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near De Queen
10 repair companies serve De Queen from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Texarkana (4), Mena (3), and Horatio (1). 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Wheeler Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 6.4 miles from De Queen. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 9 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether De Queen is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from De Queen. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.4, 28.9, 37.6 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
Closest matches for De Queen: Mr. Appliance of Texarkana (45.3 miles away, based in Texarkana, 4.9 stars from 717 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (49.2 miles away, based in Hope, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.3 miles away, based in Texarkana, 4.7 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.8 miles away, based in Mena, 4.3 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in De Queen. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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 De Queen
Most washer calls in De Queen 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.
Arkansas has no separate appliance repair license, and household appliances are listed as exempt equipment under the state HVACR licensing law, though exempt work must still meet HVACR rules and any local permit and inspection requirements. Source: Arkansas HVAC/R Statutes 2025, A.C.A. ยง 17-33-102 (Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing)
In Arkansas, you can check a license with the Arkansas Department of Health Protective Health Codes licensee search (plumbing and gas fitter licenses) or report a problem to the Arkansas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near De Queen
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: De Queen, AR
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A De Queen technician can then bring the right parts for either one.