Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Texarkana, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Texarkana AR
We found 11 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Texarkana. 4 of them are based in Texarkana itself, and the rest are spread across Queen City (1), Hope (1), and Horatio (1). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Same-Day Appliance Fix in Texarkana, around 2.4 miles out. The 10 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Texarkana is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention washer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 3.4, 5.1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
At the top of the Texarkana list: Mr. Appliance of Texarkana (3.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 717 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.2 miles away, based in Hope, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.4 miles away, based in Magnolia, 4.7 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Texarkana. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$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: $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.
What Texarkana Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Texarkana 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Texarkana
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Texarkana, AR
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.