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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Alpine that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Alpine
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 145 miles of Alpine. Other nearby bases include Odessa (3), Fort Stockton (2), and Midland (1). Distances run up to about 144 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 58.8 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 6 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Alpine is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alpine. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (145 mi) | 6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 58.8, 62.5, 125.0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
At the top of the Alpine list: Sears Appliance Repair (58.8 miles away, based in Fort Stockton, 3.9 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dc Appliance and Rv Repair- Pecos Tx, Monahans Tx, Fortstockton Tx (62.5 miles away, based in Fort Stockton, 4.4 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (131.7 miles away, based in Odessa, 3.5 stars from 43 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Junior's Appliances Sales & Repair (127.1 miles away, based in Odessa, 2.0 stars from 8 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. 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 Alpine. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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 Alpine Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Alpine 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, ยง1301.053 (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.
Before You Book in Alpine
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Alpine, TX
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.