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 Jennings list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Jennings LA
Within 60 miles of Jennings there are 38 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Jennings itself, and other nearby bases include Lake Charles (7), Lafayette (7), and Maurice (3). Distances run up to about 58 miles. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Jennings. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 35 businesses. Jennings is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Jennings. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 23.1, 23.9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 38 |
At the top of the Jennings list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.3 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.9 miles away, based in Eunice, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (35.0 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.5 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (36.3 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Jennings. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Jennings, LA
Most washer calls in Jennings 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 Jennings
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Jennings, LA
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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 Jennings technician can then bring the right parts for either one.