A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. The Franklin list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Franklin, LA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Franklin. Other nearby bases include Lafayette (7), Baton Rouge (6), and Houma (4). Distances run up to about 51 miles. Of those, 9 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The closest is Sugar City Appliance, about 13.9 miles away. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Franklin is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 54 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 13.9, 19.1, 24.3 |
At the top of the Franklin list: Sugar City Appliance (13.9 miles away, based in Jeanerette, 4.7 stars from 47 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (41.2 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (52.6 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.4 miles away, based in Houma, 4.4 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Franklin, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
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 Franklin
Most washer calls in Franklin 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 Franklin
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Franklin, LA
What should I check before calling?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Washer Repair by Brand in Franklin
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Franklin faster and cheaper.