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 Taos list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Taos
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 82 miles of Taos. 1 list an address in Taos, and other nearby bases include Ranchos De Taos (2), Las Vegas (1), and Alamosa (1). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. 1 of them mentions washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 5 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Taos is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Taos. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (82 mi) | 6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 1 |
| Mention washer work | 1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 3.3, 4.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
Closest matches for Taos: Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.3 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AC Appliance repair (3.3 miles away, based in Ranchos De Taos, 4.6 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NuTech Services LLC.. (4.0 miles away, based in Ranchos De Taos); Georges Appliance Repair/ (58.1 miles away, based in Las Vegas, 4.9 stars from 11 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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 not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Taos, NM
Most washer calls in Taos 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 Taos Washer Technician
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Taos, NM
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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.