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 Athens list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Athens, TX
37 repair companies serve Athens from within 60 miles. 1 list an address in Athens, and other nearby bases include Tyler (7), Jacksonville (3), and Forney (3). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Athens. 7 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Athens is inside its regular service area.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 19.1, 21.7 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 37 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 17 |
At the top of the Athens list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 4.5 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of East Texas (29.8 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews); Raney Appliance Service (27.2 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.5 stars from 57 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (34.7 miles away, based in Palestine, 4.5 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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
Do not make an airtight seal between the drain hose and the standpipe or restrict the hose; standpipe height limits vary by model (Maytag's high-efficiency guide allows 18 to 96 inches). Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Athens, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
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.
What Athens Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Athens 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.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, ยง1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Athens
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- 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: Athens, TX
Why won't my washer spin?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why won't my washer drain?
Washer Repair by Brand in Athens
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Before you call a Athens 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.