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 Plano that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Plano
Within 30 miles of Plano there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 14 list an address in Plano, and other nearby bases include Frisco (6), Richardson (5), and Dallas (4). START Appliance repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Plano. 17 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 20 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 2.2, 2.4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 27 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
The leading options for Plano are Smartway Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in McKinney, 4.9 stars from 1,145 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sensor Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 324 reviews, lists Saturday hours); START Appliance repair (1.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 44 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Texas True Appliance Repair - Plano (3.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
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.
Around Plano
Most washer calls in Plano 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 Plano Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Plano, TX
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
What stops a washer from spinning?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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.