A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Lake Charles listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Lake Charles, LA
Within 60 miles of Lake Charles there are 31 appliance repair companies in our data. 9 list an address in Lake Charles, and other nearby bases include Beaumont (7), Orange (2), and DeRidder (2). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. 10 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Matt's New & Used Appliances, around 0.4 miles out. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Lake Charles is inside its regular service area.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.0, 1.2 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 31 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
At the top of the Lake Charles list: Matt's New & Used Appliances (0.4 miles away, 4.5 stars from 306 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, 4.6 stars from 113 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.4 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Beaumont (55.9 miles away, based in Beaumont, 4.9 stars from 343 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Washer Problems Technicians See in Lake Charles
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Lake Charles
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Lake Charles quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Dryer Notes for Lake Charles, LA
Washer calls in Lake Charles most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Louisiana does not issue a separate appliance repair license; installing, repairing, altering or removing natural gas piping and gas appliances attached to real property for the public is gas fitting work licensed by the State Plumbing Board of Louisiana. Source: La. R.S. 37:1361 (Louisiana State Legislature)
In Louisiana, you can check a license with the Louisiana State Licensing Board for Contractors Verify License Search or report a problem to the Louisiana Attorney General, Public Protection Division, Consumer Protection Section.
Before You Book in Lake Charles
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Charles, LA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Other Dryer Repair in Lake Charles
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Lake Charles technician gets at the parts.