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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Balch Springs, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Balch Springs TX
Within 30 miles of Balch Springs there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Balch Springs, and other nearby bases include Dallas (22), Mesquite (7), and Garland (5). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Balch Springs Appliance Repair Pros, around 0.9 miles out. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.7, 3.3 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
First up for Balch Springs: Appliance & Air Care Experts (12.6 miles away, based in Dallas, 4.9 stars from 528 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Highland Park (10.4 miles away, based in Dallas, 4.9 stars from 1,124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Texas True Appliance Repair - Dallas (12.1 miles away, based in Dallas, 5.0 stars from 58 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RPS Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Garland, 4.9 stars from 535 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Balch Springs
Most washer calls in Balch Springs 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 Balch Springs
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Balch Springs, TX
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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.