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 Farmers Branch.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Farmers Branch, TX
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Farmers Branch. 3 of them are based in Farmers Branch itself, and other nearby bases include Dallas (12), Carrollton (9), and Irving (6). Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair, around 1.6 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Farmers Branch. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 1.9, 2.2 |
| Mention washers | 18 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 18 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
First up for Farmers Branch: Longhorn Services: HVAC & Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Carrollton, 4.7 stars from 813 reviews, lists Saturday hours); BTU Home Services (1.9 miles away, based in Addison, 4.8 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Texas True Appliance Repair - Plano (8.0 miles away, based in Plano, 4.7 stars from 99 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Plano (8.0 miles away, based in Plano, 4.8 stars from 405 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Farmers Branch
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Farmers Branch Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Farmers Branch 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)
Gas piping counts as plumbing in Texas and requires a plumbing license, with an exemption for LP gas installers who hold a separate state LP gas license. Source: Plumbing License Law, Tex. Occ. Code ch. 1301, §§1301.002, 1301.055 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Farmers Branch
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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: Farmers Branch, TX
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Farmers Branch technician gets at the parts.