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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Alamogordo that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Alamogordo
5 repair companies serve Alamogordo from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Alamogordo, and the rest are spread across Las Cruces (3) and Ruidoso Downs (1). Of those, 1 mentions washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Chuck's Appliance Repair, about 1.8 miles away. Across 4 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.4 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Alamogordo is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention washer work | 1 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.8, 36.3, 52.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 1 |
First up for Alamogordo: Sears Appliance Repair (36.3 miles away, based in Ruidoso Downs, lists Saturday hours); Sun City Appliance Repair (59.0 miles away, based in Las Cruces, 4.9 stars from 184 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chuck's Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 3.2 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ApplianceDude LLC (52.0 miles away, based in Las Cruces, 3.4 stars from 5 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Alamogordo. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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 Alamogordo, NM
Most washer calls in Alamogordo 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.
New Mexico has no appliance-repair-only license; installing, repairing and servicing natural gas piping and listed gas appliances falls under the Construction Industries Division's MM-2 natural gas fitting classification. Source: CID License Classifications and Scopes (City of Albuquerque)
In New Mexico, you can check a license with the NM Regulation and Licensing Department, Construction Industries: Verify a License or report a problem to the New Mexico Department of Justice (Attorney General), Consumer Protection.
Before You Book in Alamogordo
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Alamogordo, NM
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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 Alamogordo technician can then bring the right parts for either one.