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 North Hobbs, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, North Hobbs NM
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 78 miles of North Hobbs. Other nearby bases include Odessa (2), Hobbs (1), and Seminole (1). The farthest listed company is about 77 miles out. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 3.5 miles away. The 5 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether North Hobbs is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from North Hobbs. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.5, 27.1, 33.1 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (78 mi) | 6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 0 |
At the top of the North Hobbs list: Sears Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Hobbs, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (77.4 miles away, based in Midland, 3.7 stars from 50 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (75.9 miles away, based in Odessa, 3.5 stars from 43 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fehr's Appliance Repair Center (27.1 miles away, based in Seminole, 3.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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 North Hobbs Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in North Hobbs 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 North Hobbs Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: North Hobbs, NM
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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 North Hobbs technician can then bring the right parts for either one.