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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Grants, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Grants
Our data shows 7 appliance repair companies inside a 66-mile radius of Grants. 1 of them are based in Grants itself, and the rest are spread across Albuquerque (4), Gallup (1), and Los Lunas (1). Distances run up to about 66 miles. 2 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Lopez Appliance Repair, around 5.9 miles out. The 5 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Grants is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Companies within 66 miles | 7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.9, 56.9, 59.5 |
First up for Grants: Appliance Care & Repair (63.7 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.8 stars from 84 reviews); Mr. Ed's Appliance Repair (65.4 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.8 stars from 136 reviews); Lopez Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, 4.1 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roy's Appliance. (59.5 miles away, based in Los Lunas, 4.3 stars from 15 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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.
What Grants Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Grants 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.
Questions to Ask a Grants Washer Technician
- 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?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Grants, NM
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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 Grants technician can then bring the right parts for either one.