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 Katy that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Katy TX
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Katy. 24 list an address in Katy, and the rest are spread across Richmond (7), Houston (4), and Fulshear (2). The farthest listed company is about 11 miles out. 11 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Appliance Repair Katy TX is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Katy. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 40 businesses.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 35 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.0, 1.9 |
| Mention washer work | 18 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 18 |
Closest matches for Katy: UltraFix Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Houston, 4.9 stars from 2,589 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Steve Slaton Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 958 reviews); Kaspi Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 580 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leader Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.9 stars from 985 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Katy. 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 pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
Local Notes for Katy
Most washer calls in Katy 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 Katy Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Katy, TX
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Katy
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 Katy technician can then bring the right parts for either one.