A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Harlingen and the Cameron County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Harlingen
We found 23 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Harlingen. 7 list an address in Harlingen, and other nearby bases include Brownsville (8), Weslaco (2), and Edinburg (2). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 5 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Ezequiel's Appliance Repair & Service is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Harlingen. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Harlingen. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 23 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.5, 1.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 7 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Mention washers | 5 |
First up for Harlingen: My Repair Center (1.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 1,639 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.4 miles away, based in Weslaco, 4.6 stars from 226 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in Brownsville, 4.4 stars from 135 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Treviño Appliance - Sales, Service & Parts (29.1 miles away, based in Edinburg, 4.4 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
Washer Problems Technicians See in Harlingen
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Harlingen quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Harlingen
Washer calls in Harlingen 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Harlingen
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Harlingen, TX
Do you cover Harlingen and nearby towns?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Harlingen technician can then plan for both on one visit.