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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Lafayette that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lafayette
We found 25 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lafayette. 7 of them are based in Lafayette itself, and other nearby bases include Maurice (3), Opelousas (3), and Scott (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Nearest on the list: All Pro Appliance Services LLC, around 1.9 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 23 businesses.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 3.2, 3.6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 25 |
First up for Lafayette: Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (4.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Pro Appliance Services LLC (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.7 miles away, based in Opelousas, 4.3 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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 leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lafayette. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Lafayette, LA
Most washer calls in Lafayette 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 Lafayette
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lafayette, LA
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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.