In Giddings, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. We sort the Giddings listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Giddings
Within 60 miles of Giddings there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Austin (8), Pflugerville (7), and Bastrop (5). Distances run up to about 48 miles. The closest is Clopton Appliance Sales & Services, about 17.6 miles away. Of those, 13 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Giddings is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Giddings. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 18 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 17.6, 19.4, 20.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 18 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
Closest matches for Giddings: Mr. Appliance of Austin (44.8 miles away, based in Pflugerville, 4.7 stars from 1,377 reviews, lists Saturday hours); On Point Air Conditioning and Appliance LLC (30.2 miles away, based in Bastrop, 4.7 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (32.3 miles away, based in Brenham, 4.8 stars from 71 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.4 miles away, based in La Grange, 4.7 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
Washer Problems Technicians See in Giddings
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Giddings quote:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Giddings
Washer calls in Giddings 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)
Questions to Ask a Giddings Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Giddings, TX
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Which areas near Giddings do these technicians cover?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Giddings
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Giddings technician gets at the parts.