Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. 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.
Washer Technicians Serving Red Chute, LA
18 repair companies serve Red Chute from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Shreveport (13), Bossier City (4), and Greenwood (1). The farthest listed company is about 21 miles out. 3 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Chuck's Maintenance & Repair Services LLC, around 6.4 miles out. The 13 rated companies in range average 3.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Red Chute. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.4, 6.8, 7.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 18 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Red Chute list: Mr. Appliance of Bossier City (10.2 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.8 stars from 470 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Bossier City, 4.3 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Western Star Refrigeration and Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Shreveport, lists Saturday hours); Chuck's Maintenance & Repair Services LLC (6.4 miles away, based in Bossier City, 4.6 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
The Usual Washer Culprits in Red Chute
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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 Red Chute
Most washer calls in Red Chute 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Red Chute
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Red Chute, LA
Why won't my washer spin?
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Red Chute faster and cheaper.