Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Dumas list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Dumas
18 repair companies serve Dumas from within 60 miles. 1 of them are based in Dumas itself, and other nearby bases include Amarillo (11), Borger (3), and Dalhart (2). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. The closest is Appliances Repair & sales, about 0.6 miles away. 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Dumas is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dumas. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 18 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 33.6, 34.2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
At the top of the Dumas list: Sears Appliance Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Borger, 4.2 stars from 85 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Guerrero's Appliances (45.3 miles away, based in Amarillo, 4.8 stars from 375 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Call Today Appliance Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Borger, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (33.6 miles away, based in Dalhart, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Dumas. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Laundry Notes for Dumas, TX
Most washer calls in Dumas 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.
Questions to Ask a Dumas Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Dumas, TX
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.