Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Alexandria list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Alexandria
We found 16 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Alexandria. 4 list an address in Alexandria, and the rest are spread across Pineville (2), DeRidder (2), and Eunice (2). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Alexandria is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alexandria. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 16 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.0, 2.3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
Closest matches for Alexandria: Sears Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Pineville, 4.5 stars from 108 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.2 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (47.9 miles away, based in Leesville, 4.6 stars from 54 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (55.2 miles away, based in Eunice, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. 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 spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Alexandria. 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 lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Alexandria, LA
Most washer calls in Alexandria 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Alexandria
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Alexandria, LA
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Alexandria
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.