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. The Hornsby Bend list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hornsby Bend
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hornsby Bend. The rest are spread across Austin (37), Manor (1), and Cedar Creek (1). Nearest on the list: ABC Home & Commercial Services - Appliance Repair Department, around 6.5 miles out. 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hornsby Bend. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.5, 6.8, 8.1 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
The leading options for Hornsby Bend are VZ Tech PRO Appliance repair & Handyman services (8.4 miles away, based in Austin, 5.0 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Austin Repairs (11.7 miles away, based in Austin, 4.9 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); On Point Air Conditioning and Appliance LLC (12.3 miles away, based in Bastrop, 4.7 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Family (12.9 miles away, based in Austin, 4.8 stars from 198 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Hornsby Bend. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
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 Hornsby Bend, TX
Most washer calls in Hornsby Bend 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.
Before You Book in Hornsby Bend
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hornsby Bend, TX
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hornsby Bend
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.