When a washer quits in Lake Charles, 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. Below are the companies within reach of Lake Charles, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer Technicians Serving Lake Charles, LA
29 repair companies serve Lake Charles from within 60 miles. 7 of them are based in Lake Charles itself, and other nearby bases include Beaumont (7), Orange (2), and DeRidder (2). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out. Of those, 9 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 26 businesses. Lake Charles is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.2, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 29 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Lake Charles are Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.4 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.9 miles away, based in Jennings, 4.3 stars from 32 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Beaumont (55.9 miles away, based in Beaumont, 4.9 stars from 343 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
The Usual Washer Culprits in Lake Charles
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Water, Power and Safety First
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Lake Charles
Before replacing a washer in Lake Charles, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
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 Lake Charles
Most washer calls in Lake Charles 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.
Questions to Ask a Lake Charles Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lake Charles, LA
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why won't my washer drain?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Lake Charles
Washing Machine Repair Near Lake Charles
Before you call a Lake Charles 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.