Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Violet.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Violet
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Violet. 1 of them are based in Violet itself, and the rest are spread across Metairie (10), New Orleans (6), and Harahan (4). 17 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Nearest on the list: Violet Appliance Repair, around 0.6 miles out. 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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 3.9, 4.8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Mention washers | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 46 |
First up for Violet: Broussard Appliance Service (17.9 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.7 stars from 2,305 reviews); Professional Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews); Accardo's Appliance Repair Service (17.1 miles away, based in New Orleans, 4.7 stars from 70 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in Metairie, 4.4 stars from 526 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What a Washer Repair Involves
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 Violet quote:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Local Notes for Violet
Washer calls in Violet 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.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Violet
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Violet, LA
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Violet technician can then plan for both on one visit.