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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Childress and the Childress County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Childress
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 95 miles of Childress. The rest are spread across Plainview (2), Altus (1), and Elk City (1). Distances run up to about 95 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 54.8 miles from Childress. 5 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Across 6 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Childress is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Mention washer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 54.8, 82.0, 85.6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (95 mi) | 6 |
Closest matches for Childress: Sears Appliance Repair (54.8 miles away, based in Altus, 3.6 stars from 30 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (85.6 miles away, based in Plainview, 4.6 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Schubert's Appliance Repair (94.6 miles away, based in Iowa Park, 4.5 stars from 42 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (87.8 miles away, based in Pampa, 4.3 stars from 28 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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 level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$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?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for Childress
Most washer calls in Childress 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 Childress
- 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?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Childress, TX
Why won't my washer drain?
How much does washing machine repair cost in Childress?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Find Your Washer Brand in Childress
Washing Machine Repair Near Childress
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 Childress technician a trip for parts.