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 Schriever 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 Schriever
13 repair companies serve Schriever from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Schriever itself, and other nearby bases include Houma (4), Thibodaux (3), and Lockport (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. The closest is Gilmer's Appliance Services, about 1.3 miles away. 3 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 12 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 3.6, 4.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 13 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
Closest matches for Schriever: Sears Appliance Repair (8.2 miles away, based in Houma, 4.4 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Edgard Appliance Repair (23.5 miles away, based in Edgard, 4.2 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Paradis Appliance Repair (25.9 miles away, based in Paradis, 2.3 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Precision Appliances LLC (4.4 miles away, based in Thibodaux, 4.7 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
- 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
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
What Schriever Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Schriever 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 Schriever
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Schriever, LA
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Schriever
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 Schriever technician can then bring the right parts for either one.