In La Porte, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve La Porte and the LaPorte County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving La Porte, IN
Within 30 miles of La Porte there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in La Porte itself, and the rest are spread across South Bend (15), Valparaiso (3), and Michigan City (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 5 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Nearest on the list: Greer Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 25 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 10.2, 10.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Mention washers | 5 |
The leading options for La Porte are Sears Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Michigan City, 4.6 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.0 miles away, based in Valparaiso, 4.4 stars from 312 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Greer Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 44 reviews); Hiscox Service Inc (18.6 miles away, based in Chesterton, 4.0 stars from 70 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer will not spin or agitate
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Washer Repair Involves
And on the Dryer Side
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a La Porte quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Have These Handy
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for La Porte, IN
Washer calls in La Porte most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Indiana licenses plumbers statewide through the Indiana Plumbing Commission but has no statewide HVAC technician license, so heating and mechanical contractor licensing, including gas appliance work, is set by individual counties and cities. Source: Indiana Department of Workforce Development NextLevel Jobs: HVAC Technician
In Indiana, you can check a license with the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency License Verification or report a problem to the Indiana Attorney General Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a La Porte Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: La Porte, IN
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near La Porte
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the La Porte technician gets at the parts.