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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Los Chaves that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Los Chaves NM
14 repair companies serve Los Chaves from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Albuquerque (9), Belen (3), and Peralta (1). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.7 miles out. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 3.7, 4.9 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 14 |
The leading options for Los Chaves are Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, based in Belen, 4.1 stars from 66 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Care & Repair (19.2 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.8 stars from 84 reviews); Sarah's Appliance Repair LLC (27.3 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.9 stars from 566 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.0 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.4 stars from 368 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
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
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 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:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $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?
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.
Local Notes for Los Chaves
Most washer calls in Los Chaves 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Los Chaves
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Los Chaves, NM
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Los Chaves
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.