Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Aztec, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Aztec
Within 60 miles of Aztec there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Durango (6), Farmington (3), and Pagosa Springs (2). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 10.1 miles from Aztec. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Aztec is inside its regular service area.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.1, 12.6, 14.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
Closest matches for Aztec: Sears Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Farmington, 3.3 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.9 miles away, based in Durango, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (59.5 miles away, based in Pagosa Springs, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (49.4 miles away, based in Cortez, 3.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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 washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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 Aztec, NM
Most washer calls in Aztec 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 Aztec
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Aztec, NM
What stops a washer from spinning?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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 Aztec technician can then bring the right parts for either one.