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. Below are the companies within reach of Laredo, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Laredo
We found 8 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Laredo. 8 of them are based in Laredo itself. Distances run up to about 9 miles. Of those, 1 mentions washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Laredo is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Laredo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.6, 3.6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 1 |
At the top of the Laredo list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Polar Tech (8.8 miles away, 4.5 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Laredo TX (4.2 miles away, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Estevis Appliance (1.6 miles away, 4.6 stars from 27 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Laredo
Before replacing a washer in Laredo, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Laredo, TX
Most washer calls in Laredo 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Laredo
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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: Laredo, TX
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Which areas near Laredo do these technicians cover?
Why won't my washer drain?
Washer Repair by Brand in Laredo
Washing Machine Repair Near Laredo
Before you call a Laredo 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.