Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. Below are the companies within reach of Bossier City, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Bossier City
We found 18 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bossier City. 4 list an address in Bossier City, and other nearby bases include Shreveport (13) and Greenwood (1). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. The closest is Chuck's Maintenance & Repair Services LLC, about 1.6 miles away. Of those, 3 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bossier City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 13 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 2.5, 2.7 |
Closest matches for Bossier City: Mr. Appliance of Bossier City (5.5 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.8 stars from 470 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, 4.3 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Western Star Refrigeration and Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Shreveport, lists Saturday hours); Chuck's Maintenance & Repair Services LLC (1.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Water, Power and Safety First
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Bossier City
Before replacing a washer in Bossier City, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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.
What Bossier City Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Bossier City 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.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Bossier City
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Bossier City, LA
What should I check before calling?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Why won't my washer drain?
Find Your Washer Brand in Bossier City
Washing Machine Repair Near Bossier City
Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Bossier City technician a trip for parts.