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. The Ferriday list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Ferriday, LA
We found 8 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Ferriday. Other nearby bases include Alexandria (4), Pineville (2), and Natchez (1). Distances run up to about 60 miles. Dees Appliance Repair. is the nearest, roughly 12.7 miles from Ferriday. Of those, 2 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars. Ferriday is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ferriday. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 12.7, 50.2, 53.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 8 |
The leading options for Ferriday are Sears Appliance Repair (58.7 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.2 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (53.7 miles away, based in Pineville, 4.5 stars from 108 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dees Appliance Repair. (12.7 miles away, based in Natchez, 4.7 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Henry's Appliance Services. (58.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.1 stars from 41 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Ferriday Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency 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:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Ferriday, LA
Most washer calls in Ferriday 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 Ferriday
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
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Before you call a Ferriday technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.