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 Silsbee 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 Silsbee
Our data shows 13 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Silsbee. The rest are spread across Beaumont (7), Buna (1), and Vidor (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Joe's Appliance Inc, about 14.4 miles away. 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Silsbee. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 14.4, 15.1, 17.7 |
At the top of the Silsbee list: Mr. Appliance of Beaumont (19.6 miles away, based in Beaumont, 4.9 stars from 343 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A1 Star Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Beaumont, 4.8 stars from 154 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Beaumont, 4.7 stars from 258 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Port Arthur, 4.7 stars from 167 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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: 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:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 Silsbee, TX
Most washer calls in Silsbee 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 Silsbee
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Silsbee, TX
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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 Silsbee technician can then bring the right parts for either one.