Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Chalmette that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Chalmette LA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Chalmette. 2 of them are based in Chalmette itself, and other nearby bases include Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). The farthest listed company is about 25 miles out. Of those, 17 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Quality Cares LLC - Professional Quality Appliances Repair & Washer Repair Service in Chalmette LA, about 0.3 miles away. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.7 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.1, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 19 |
| Mention washer work | 21 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 50 |
Closest matches for Chalmette: Broussard Appliance Service (12.5 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (6.2 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews); Accardo's Appliance Repair Service (12.2 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 70 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.9 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 526 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Chalmette Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Chalmette 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 Chalmette
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Chalmette, LA
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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 Chalmette technician can then bring the right parts for either one.