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 Alice list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Alice TX
We found 21 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Alice. 1 list an address in Alice, and the rest are spread across Corpus Christi (11), Beeville (3), and Kingsville (2). Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. 7 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 18 businesses. Alice is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alice. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 20.4, 22.3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
Closest matches for Alice: Sears Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.3 stars from 109 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Star appliance repair (39.3 miles away, based in Corpus Christi, 4.9 stars from 1,554 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.3 miles away, based in Kingsville, 4.3 stars from 371 reviews, lists Saturday hours); American Appliance Repair (39.6 miles away, based in Corpus Christi, 4.7 stars from 208 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- 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
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - 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 Alice Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Alice 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Alice
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Alice, TX
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Related Repair Pages for Alice
Washer & Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
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 Alice technician can then bring the right parts for either one.