Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The New Orleans 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 New Orleans
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of New Orleans. 6 list an address in New Orleans, and the rest are spread across Metairie (10), Slidell (7), and Harahan (4). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. The closest is Washing Machine Repair | Refrigerator Repair, about 7.9 miles away. 17 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 35 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 51 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 21 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 19 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.9, 8.6, 8.8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
Closest matches for New Orleans: Broussard Appliance Service (14.1 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews); Accardo's Appliance Repair Service (16.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 70 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.2 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 526 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire 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: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in New Orleans. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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.
Around New Orleans
Most washer calls in New Orleans 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 New Orleans
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: New Orleans, LA
Why won't my washer spin?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Washer Repair in New Orleans
Washer & Dryer Repair Near New Orleans
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 New Orleans technician can then bring the right parts for either one.