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 Bulverde that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Bulverde
40 repair companies serve Bulverde from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Bulverde, and the rest are spread across San Antonio (21), Boerne (5), and New Braunfels (4). Distances run up to about 18 miles. 11 list washer or dryer work specifically. Bulverde Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.6 miles from Bulverde. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 4.1, 8.8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Bulverde: Quick Tweak Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in San Antonio, 5.0 stars from 264 reviews, lists Saturday hours); VoltFix Appliance Repair LLC (15.9 miles away, based in San Antonio, 5.0 stars from 325 reviews, lists Saturday hours); King Appliance Service (15.3 miles away, based in San Antonio, 4.7 stars from 348 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in San Antonio, 4.8 stars from 443 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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 leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Bulverde. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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 Bulverde
Most washer calls in Bulverde 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 Bulverde
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Bulverde, TX
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Bulverde
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.