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 West Tawakoni that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near West Tawakoni
Within 30 miles of West Tawakoni there are 18 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Rockwall (5), Forney (3), and Caddo Mills (2). Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Guard Appliance Repair & Service, LLC, about 9.2 miles away. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 18 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.2, 9.5, 11.4 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the West Tawakoni list: Elite Appliance Solutions - Rockwall (26.1 miles away, based in Rockwall, 4.7 stars from 182 reviews); Appliance Fix Experts (25.0 miles away, based in Rockwall, 4.7 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hines Appliance (18.6 miles away, based in Royse City, 4.8 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Armstrong Appliance Service (11.4 miles away, based in Caddo Mills, 5.0 stars from 370 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in West Tawakoni. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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: $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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for West Tawakoni, TX
Most washer calls in West Tawakoni 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in West Tawakoni
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- 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: West Tawakoni, TX
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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 West Tawakoni technician can then bring the right parts for either one.