Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. Below are the companies within reach of Houma, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Houma, LA
40 repair companies serve Houma from within 60 miles. 4 list an address in Houma, and the rest are spread across Metairie (6), Harahan (4), and Kenner (4). The farthest listed company is about 43 miles out. Of those, 13 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Mike's appliances is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Houma. Rated companies nearby average 3.6 stars across 36 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Houma is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Houma. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.2, 4.8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 24 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
First up for Houma: Sears Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, 4.4 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Pro Appliance Repair (39.8 miles away, based in Metairie, 5.0 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&R Appliance Repair (39.8 miles away, based in Kenner, 4.7 stars from 48 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Cut Off, 4.7 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Houma, LA
Most washer calls in Houma 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.
Before You Book in Houma
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- 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: Houma, LA
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Houma faster and cheaper.