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 Carthage list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Carthage
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Carthage. 1 list an address in Carthage, and other nearby bases include Shreveport (13), Longview (5), and Bossier City (4). The closest is Bulldawg Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 33 businesses. Carthage is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Carthage. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 26.0, 27.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 42 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
The leading options for Carthage are Mr. Appliance of Bossier City (41.4 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.8 stars from 470 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (36.0 miles away, based in Longview, 4.5 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bulldawg Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 3.9 stars from 50 reviews); Mr. Appliance of East Texas (59.5 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
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 leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Carthage. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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 roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Carthage, TX
Most washer calls in Carthage 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 Carthage
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Carthage, TX
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
More Washing Machine Repair in Carthage, TX
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Carthage
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.