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. The companies below serve Doffing and the Hidalgo County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Doffing
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Doffing. Other nearby bases include McAllen (25), Mission (4), and Edinburg (4). Distances run up to about 25 miles. Of those, 5 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Alanis Repair, about 3.2 miles away. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Doffing. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.2, 5.9, 6.4 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 42 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 26 |
| Mention washers | 5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
The leading options for Doffing are Treviño Appliance - Sales, Service & Parts (13.7 miles away, based in Pharr, 4.7 stars from 232 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.5 miles away, based in McAllen, 4.4 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Treviño Appliance - Sales, Service & Parts (14.6 miles away, based in Edinburg, 4.4 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.4 miles away, based in Weslaco, 4.6 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Doffing quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Doffing
Washer calls in Doffing 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, §1301.053 (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 Doffing
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Doffing, TX
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Doffing technician gets at the parts.