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 Alvin list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Alvin TX
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Alvin. 1 list an address in Alvin, and the rest are spread across Pasadena (8), League City (6), and Houston (4). The farthest listed company is about 21 miles out. Of those, 14 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 3.2 miles away. The 40 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 20 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.2, 5.2, 7.9 |
At the top of the Alvin list: Sears Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in Pearland, 4.5 stars from 324 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in League City, 4.5 stars from 280 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Deer Park (20.1 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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 not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Around Alvin
Most washer calls in Alvin 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Alvin
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Alvin, TX
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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 Alvin technician can then bring the right parts for either one.