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 Lakeway.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Lakeway
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lakeway. 1 of them are based in Lakeway itself, and other nearby bases include Austin (29), Leander (4), and Cedar Park (4). Distances run up to about 15 miles. 11 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Mike Neat Refrigerator Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Lakeway. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 3.1, 5.4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention washers | 13 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
The leading options for Lakeway are Smart Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, based in Austin, 4.9 stars from 241 reviews); All Austin Repairs (13.5 miles away, based in Austin, 4.9 stars from 269 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pacific Appliance Solutions INC (13.8 miles away, based in Leander, 5.0 stars from 90 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mike Neat Refrigerator Repair (1.4 miles away, based in Austin, 4.4 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Lakeway quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine 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?
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 Lakeway
Washer calls in Lakeway 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)
Before You Book in Lakeway
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lakeway, TX
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do you cover Lakeway and nearby towns?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Lakeway technician gets at the parts.