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. Below are the companies within reach of Opelousas, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Opelousas
We found 20 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Opelousas. 3 of them are based in Opelousas itself, and other nearby bases include Lafayette (7), Eunice (2), and Scott (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. Of those, 5 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Opelousas. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 19 businesses.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 3.1, 5.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 20 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Opelousas: Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (26.4 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.6 miles away, based in Eunice, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Pro Appliance Services LLC (24.2 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.8 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Opelousas Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Opelousas, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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.
What Opelousas Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Opelousas 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Opelousas
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Opelousas, LA
Why won't my washer drain?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
What does a washer repair usually cost?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Find Your Washer Brand in Opelousas
Washing Machine Repair Near Opelousas
Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Opelousas technician a trip for parts.