A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Metairie and the Jefferson County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Metairie
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Metairie. 10 list an address in Metairie, and the rest are spread across New Orleans (6), Harahan (4), and Kenner (4). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Nearest on the list: The Appliance Technician, around 0.4 miles out. Of those, 19 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.6 stars.
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| Mention washers | 23 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 51 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 0.5, 1.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 23 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 23 |
The leading options for Metairie are Broussard Appliance Service (1.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Accardo's Appliance Repair Service (2.5 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 70 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.4 stars from 526 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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 Metairie
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Metairie quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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 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.
Before the Visit
- 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
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Metairie
Jefferson Parish Department of Water (East Bank water system), which supplies Metairie, reports hardness of east Bank system total hardness reported at 75.7-190 ppm as CaCO3 (moderately hard to hard). Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: Jefferson Parish 2025 Consumer Confidence Report
The parish has designated an Old Metairie Neighborhood Conservation District and a Metairie Ridge Tree Protection District, and work there needs a parish building permit, with most Old Metairie projects also reviewed by the Planning Department. Source: When Do I Need / Not Need a Permit - Jefferson Parish
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)
The State Plumbing Board of Louisiana licenses gas fitters and master gas fitters for natural gas piping and appliance work, while mechanical contractors remain under the State Licensing Board for Contractors and certain LP gas installations under the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Commission. Source: La. R.S. 37:1367 (Louisiana State Legislature)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Metairie
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Metairie, LA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Metairie
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Metairie technician can then plan for both on one visit.