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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Carthage and the Panola County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Carthage
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Carthage. 1 list an address in Carthage, and the rest are spread across Shreveport (13), Longview (5), and Bossier City (4). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Bulldawg Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Carthage. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 33 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars. Carthage is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 26.0, 27.4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 21 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 42 |
The leading options for Carthage are Bulldawg Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 3.9 stars from 50 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (27.4 miles away, based in Marshall, 4.3 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Bossier City (41.4 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.8 stars from 470 reviews); Mr. Appliance of East Texas (59.5 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
The Usual Washer Culprits in Carthage
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not spinning.
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
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:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- 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.
What Carthage Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Carthage 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.
Before You Book in Carthage
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Carthage, TX
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Before you call a Carthage 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.