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 Temple list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Temple
We found 21 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Temple. 6 list an address in Temple, and the rest are spread across Killeen (8), Harker Heights (2), and Lott (1). Distances run up to about 30 miles. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Campbell Appliance Heating and Air, Inc, around 1.2 miles out. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.5, 2.0 |
At the top of the Temple list: Searle’s Washer & Dryer Repair (3.2 miles away, 4.9 stars from 157 reviews, lists Saturday hours); D&S Appliance repair (2.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 43 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (19.4 miles away, based in Killeen, 4.2 stars from 321 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CSM Electronics (19.0 miles away, based in Killeen, 4.1 stars from 55 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- 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
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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.
What Temple Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Temple 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.
Before You Book in Temple
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Temple, TX
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why won't my washer spin?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Temple
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.