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. The Santa Fe list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Santa Fe NM
We found 20 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Santa Fe. Other nearby bases include Albuquerque (12), Edgewood (2), and Ranchos De Taos (2). The farthest listed company is about 54 miles out. 7 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Al's Appliance Center, around 39.1 miles out. Across 17 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Santa Fe is inside its regular service area.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 39.1, 42.8, 43.9 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 20 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Santa Fe: ASAP Appliance Repair (47.7 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.9 stars from 657 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sarah's Appliance Repair LLC (52.4 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.9 stars from 566 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Ed's Appliance Repair (50.0 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.8 stars from 136 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (50.7 miles away, based in Albuquerque, 4.4 stars from 368 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- 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
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 leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Santa Fe. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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.
What Santa Fe Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Santa Fe 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Santa Fe
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Santa Fe, NM
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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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.