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 Gretna list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Gretna LA
Within 30 miles of Gretna there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Gretna, and the rest are spread across Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). Distances run up to about 23 miles. Nearest on the list: CITY WIDE Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. 19 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 35 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.3, 2.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 46 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
| Mention washer work | 20 |
At the top of the Gretna list: Broussard Appliance Service (9.7 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews); Accardo's Appliance Repair Service (7.8 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 70 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 526 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- 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
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
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 Gretna
Most washer calls in Gretna 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.
Before You Book in Gretna
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Gretna, LA
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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 Gretna technician can then bring the right parts for either one.