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 Carthage and the Panola County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Carthage
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Carthage. 1 list an address in Carthage, and other nearby bases include Shreveport (13), Longview (5), and Tyler (5). The closest is Bulldawg Appliance Repair, about 0.8 miles away. Of those, 9 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 33 businesses. Carthage is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Carthage. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 26.0, 27.4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
The leading options for Carthage are Mr. Appliance of Bossier City (41.4 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.8 stars from 470 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (36.0 miles away, based in Longview, 4.5 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bulldawg Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 3.9 stars from 50 reviews); Mr. Appliance of East Texas (59.5 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Carthage
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Carthage quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Carthage, TX
Washer calls in Carthage most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Texas has no separate appliance repair license; under the Plumbing License Law, appliance dealers and their employees may install and service appliances (other than water heaters) without a plumbing license when hooking up to existing openings with a code-approved appliance connector, while other gas or water piping work generally requires a plumbing license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, ยง1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Carthage
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Carthage, TX
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer drain?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Carthage
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Carthage technician gets at the parts.