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 Taos and the Taos County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Taos
We found 6 appliance repair companies within 82 miles of Taos. 1 list an address in Taos, and other nearby bases include Ranchos De Taos (2), Las Vegas (1), and Alamosa (1). The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 0.5 miles away. 1 of them mentions washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 5 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Taos is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Taos. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (82 mi) | 6 |
| Mention washers | 1 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 3.3, 4.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
Closest matches for Taos: Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.3 stars from 13 reviews, lists Saturday hours); AC Appliance repair (3.3 miles away, based in Ranchos De Taos, 4.6 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NuTech Services LLC.. (4.0 miles away, based in Ranchos De Taos); Georges Appliance Repair/ (58.1 miles away, based in Las Vegas, 4.9 stars from 11 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
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Have These Handy
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Taos, NM
Washer calls in Taos most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
New Mexico has no appliance-repair-only license; installing, repairing and servicing natural gas piping and listed gas appliances falls under the Construction Industries Division's MM-2 natural gas fitting classification. Source: CID License Classifications and Scopes (City of Albuquerque)
Natural gas piping and gas appliance work needs a Construction Industries Division MM-2 (natural gas fitting) or MM-98 (mechanical) license, with journeyman gas fitter certification for workers; the plumbing-only MM-1 class excludes gas appliances and gas piping, and LP gas systems fall under a separate LP gas classification. Source: CID License Classifications and Scopes (City of Albuquerque)
Questions to Ask a Taos Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Taos, NM
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Taos technician gets at the parts.