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 Kilgore that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Kilgore
We found 16 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Kilgore. The rest are spread across Tyler (6), Longview (5), and Arp (1). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 3 list washer or dryer work specifically. Major Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 8.4 miles from Kilgore. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Kilgore. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 16 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.4, 8.6, 8.8 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
At the top of the Kilgore list: Sears Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Longview, 4.5 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of East Texas (28.6 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (26.7 miles away, based in Tyler, 3.4 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Alden's Air & Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in Hallsville, 4.6 stars from 142 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Kilgore, TX
Most washer calls in Kilgore 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 Kilgore
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Kilgore, TX
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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 Kilgore technician can then bring the right parts for either one.