When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve New Orleans and the Orleans County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near New Orleans
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of New Orleans. 6 list an address in New Orleans, and the rest are spread across Metairie (10), Slidell (7), and Harahan (4). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. The closest is Washing Machine Repair | Refrigerator Repair, about 7.9 miles away. 17 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 35 rated companies in range average 3.7 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 51 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 21 |
| Mention washers | 21 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.9, 8.6, 8.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 21 |
Closest matches for New Orleans: Broussard Appliance Service (14.1 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews); Accardo's Appliance Repair Service (16.1 miles away, 4.7 stars from 70 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.2 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 526 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a New Orleans quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around New Orleans
The city's Historic District Landmarks Commission oversees local historic districts including the Garden District, Esplanade Ridge, St. Charles, Uptown, Faubourg Marigny and Carrollton. Source: HDLC - Historic Landmarks, Districts & Map - City of New Orleans
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 New Orleans
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: New Orleans, LA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why won't my washer drain?
Other Dryer Repair in New Orleans
Washer & Dryer Repair Near New Orleans
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A New Orleans technician can then plan for both on one visit.