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 Lee Acres, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Lee Acres
11 repair companies serve Lee Acres from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Durango (6), Farmington (3), and Bayfield (1). Distances run up to about 52 miles. Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Star Tech Appliance LLC., about 5.6 miles away. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lee Acres is inside its regular service area.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.6, 5.7, 8.2 |
First up for Lee Acres: Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Farmington, 3.3 stars from 49 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (38.4 miles away, based in Durango, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.4 miles away, based in Cortez, 3.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Co.. (8.2 miles away, based in Farmington, 4.5 stars from 15 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Lee Acres Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Lee Acres 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 Lee Acres
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lee Acres, NM
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lee Acres
If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.