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 Fabens that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Fabens
Within 30 miles of Fabens there are 19 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include El Paso (17), Horizon City (1), and Socorro (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Of those, 2 mention washer or dryer work by name. Geko appliances repairs is the nearest, roughly 10.1 miles from Fabens. Across 16 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fabens. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.1, 11.5, 18.1 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 19 |
At the top of the Fabens list: AAA Affordable Appliance Repair (18.1 miles away, based in El Paso, 4.5 stars from 784 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.5 miles away, based in El Paso, 4.3 stars from 719 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Max Quality Appliance (11.5 miles away, based in Socorro, 4.7 stars from 131 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Geko appliances repairs (10.1 miles away, based in Horizon City, 4.8 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
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 not spinning or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Fabens. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
What Fabens Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Fabens 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 Fabens
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fabens, TX
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
More Washing Machine Repair in Fabens, TX
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fabens
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 Fabens technician can then bring the right parts for either one.