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 Livingston, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Livingston, TX
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Livingston. 2 list an address in Livingston, and other nearby bases include Conroe (11), Lufkin (4), and The Woodlands (4). Distances run up to about 51 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. 11 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Livingston 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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 31 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.5, 19.7 |
Closest matches for Livingston: Sears Appliance Repair (0.2 miles away, 4.7 stars from 219 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PowerOn Appliance Repair Service (49.5 miles away, based in The Woodlands, 4.9 stars from 1,507 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Repairs (51.3 miles away, based in Humble, 4.9 stars from 554 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.8 miles away, based in Liberty, 4.7 stars from 126 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
The Usual Washer Culprits in Livingston
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Livingston
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Livingston
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Livingston Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Livingston 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, §1301.053 (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 Livingston
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Livingston, TX
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
What should I check before calling?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Livingston
Washing Machine Repair Near Livingston
Before you call a Livingston 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.