Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Plaquemine list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Plaquemine, LA
We found 22 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Plaquemine. Other nearby bases include Baton Rouge (10), Denham Springs (4), and St Amant (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Local Appliance Repair Solutions, around 8.5 miles out. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Plaquemine. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 8.5, 11.7, 11.8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 22 |
The leading options for Plaquemine are Sears Appliance Repair (14.9 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 318 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ourso Appliance Repair (23.6 miles away, based in Denham Springs, 4.7 stars from 83 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.7 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 4.5 stars from 175 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Baton Rouge, 3.3 stars from 107 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Plaquemine Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
Avoid installing a washer on carpet or loose plywood, and keep leveling legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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: $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.
What Plaquemine Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Plaquemine 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 Plaquemine
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Plaquemine, LA
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Plaquemine faster and cheaper.