When a washer quits in Carlyss, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The Carlyss list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Carlyss
Within 60 miles of Carlyss there are 27 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Lake Charles (7), Beaumont (7), and Orange (2). The farthest listed company is about 48 miles out. The closest is R C Appliance Repair, about 6.0 miles away. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 24 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Carlyss is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Carlyss. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.0, 6.1, 8.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 27 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 20 |
First up for Carlyss: Sears Appliance Repair (8.7 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Lake Charles, 4.4 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Beaumont (46.3 miles away, based in Beaumont, 4.9 stars from 343 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A1 Star Appliance Repair (46.3 miles away, based in Beaumont, 4.8 stars from 154 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Local Notes for Carlyss
Most washer calls in Carlyss 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 Carlyss
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Carlyss, LA
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Do you cover Carlyss and nearby towns?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
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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 Carlyss technician a trip for parts.