Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Lafayette, LA
Within 30 miles of Lafayette there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. 7 list an address in Lafayette, and other nearby bases include Maurice (3), Opelousas (3), and Scott (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. Nearest on the list: All Pro Appliance Services LLC, around 1.9 miles out. 5 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 23 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 3.2, 3.6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 25 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Lafayette: Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (4.5 miles away, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Pro Appliance Services LLC (1.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, 4.5 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.7 miles away, based in Opelousas, 4.3 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Lafayette
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
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
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Lafayette
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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 Lafayette
Most washer calls in Lafayette 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 Lafayette
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lafayette, LA
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Why won't my washer drain?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Lafayette faster and cheaper.