When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Opelousas listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Opelousas, LA
22 repair companies serve Opelousas from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Opelousas, and other nearby bases include Lafayette (8), Eunice (2), and Scott (2). Distances run up to about 29 miles. 5 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Opelousas. Across 20 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.9, 3.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Mention washers | 5 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 22 |
First up for Opelousas: Sears Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.3 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.7 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.5 stars from 222 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Lafayette (26.4 miles away, based in Lafayette, 4.9 stars from 895 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.6 miles away, based in Eunice, 4.9 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
The Dryer Half of the Visit
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 Opelousas quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- 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 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Opelousas Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Opelousas 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)
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 Opelousas
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- 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: Opelousas, LA
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Other Dryer Repair in Opelousas
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Opelousas technician gets at the parts.