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 Weslaco that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Weslaco
Within 30 miles of Weslaco there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 of them are based in Weslaco itself, and other nearby bases include McAllen (23), Harlingen (5), and Edinburg (3). Distances run up to about 18 miles. 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. The 39 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Weslaco. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 49 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 29 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.1, 3.1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
The leading options for Weslaco are Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); My Repair Center (19.5 miles away, based in Harlingen, 4.7 stars from 1,639 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Treviño Appliance - Sales, Service & Parts (12.2 miles away, based in Pharr, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.0 miles away, based in McAllen, 4.4 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
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
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: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Weslaco. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Local Notes for Weslaco
Most washer calls in Weslaco 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Weslaco
- 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 problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Weslaco, TX
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Weslaco
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.