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. The Livingston list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Livingston
40 repair companies serve Livingston from within 60 miles. 2 of them are based in Livingston itself, and other nearby bases include Conroe (11), Lufkin (4), and The Woodlands (4). 11 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 36 businesses. Livingston is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 16 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 31 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.5, 19.7 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
Closest matches for Livingston: Sears Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PowerOn Appliance Repair Service (49.5 miles away, based in The Woodlands, 4.9 stars from 1,507 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.8 miles away, based in Liberty, 4.7 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (43.5 miles away, based in Lufkin, 4.6 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
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 washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Livingston. 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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 Livingston Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Livingston 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, §1301.053 (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 Livingston 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?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Livingston, TX
What stops a washer from spinning?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Other Washer Repair in Livingston
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Livingston
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 Livingston technician can then bring the right parts for either one.