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. The Abbeville list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Abbeville LA
20 repair companies serve Abbeville from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Abbeville itself, and the rest are spread across Lafayette (7), Maurice (3), and New Iberia (2). Nearest on the list: Southern Home Appliance, around 2.1 miles out. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 18 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Abbeville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 20 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 6.3, 8.3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
Closest matches for Abbeville: Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (12.5 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.9 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.5 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Pro Appliance Services LLC (15.5 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sugar City Appliance (27.1 miles away, based in Jeanerette, 4.7 stars from 47 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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 not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Abbeville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 Abbeville
Most washer calls in Abbeville 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 Abbeville
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Abbeville, LA
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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.