Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of South Houston that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near South Houston
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of South Houston. The rest are spread across Pasadena (15), Houston (15), and Friendswood (3). Distances run up to about 12 miles. 14 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is VASQUEZ APPLIANCE Repairs, about 1.3 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 37 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 1.4, 2.2 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 18 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
First up for South Houston: Superior Appliances Repair of Houston (10.6 miles away, based in Houston, 4.9 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Deer Park (2.5 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of River Oaks (11.6 miles away, based in Houston, 4.9 stars from 124 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.5 stars from 271 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- 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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 South Houston, TX
Most washer calls in South Houston 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near South Houston
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: South Houston, TX
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Other Washer Repair in South Houston
Washer & Dryer Repair Near South Houston
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.