A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Breckenridge that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Breckenridge
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Breckenridge. 1 of them are based in Breckenridge itself, and the rest are spread across Abilene (6), Mineral Wells (1), and Lipan (1). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. The closest is Ken's Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 10 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Breckenridge is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Breckenridge. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 46.7, 48.5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 12 |
First up for Breckenridge: Sears Appliance Repair (55.3 miles away, based in Abilene, 4.5 stars from 249 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (55.2 miles away, based in Stephenville, 4.7 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Abilene Appliance Repairs (57.7 miles away, based in Abilene, 4.9 stars from 22 reviews); Texas Refrigerator Repair (58.5 miles away, based in Millsap, 5.0 stars from 190 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- 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
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 not draining or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
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 Breckenridge
Most washer calls in Breckenridge 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Breckenridge
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Breckenridge, TX
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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 Breckenridge technician can then bring the right parts for either one.