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 Longview, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Longview
39 repair companies serve Longview from within 60 miles. 5 of them are based in Longview itself, and other nearby bases include Shreveport (12), Tyler (7), and Jacksonville (3). Distances run up to about 59 miles. 9 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.5 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars. Longview is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 39 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.7, 1.8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
At the top of the Longview list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.5 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.3 miles away, based in Marshall, 4.3 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of East Texas (36.6 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Bossier City (58.8 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.8 stars from 470 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
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
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Longview
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 Longview
Most washer calls in Longview 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 Longview Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Longview, TX
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Longview faster and cheaper.