When a washer quits in College Station, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. The College Station list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near College Station
Within 60 miles of College Station there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in College Station itself, and other nearby bases include Conroe (8), Magnolia (7), and Brenham (3). Distances run up to about 54 miles. 13 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair College Station TX, around 0.7 miles out. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether College Station 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 33 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 22 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 57 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 2.9, 3.9 |
First up for College Station: All Appliance & Refrigeration (3.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 661 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 205 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Josh's Appliance Repair (49.4 miles away, based in Magnolia, 4.9 stars from 412 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Howdy Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Iola, 4.5 stars from 73 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
The Usual Washer Culprits in College Station
What Gets Fixed on a College Station Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
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?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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.
Around College Station
Most washer calls in College Station 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.
Questions to Ask a College Station Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: College Station, TX
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
What stops a washer from spinning?
How much does washing machine repair cost in College Station?
What should I check before calling?
Washer Repair by Brand in College Station
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Before you call a College Station 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.