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. We sort the Longview listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Longview
40 repair companies serve Longview from within 60 miles. 5 of them are based in Longview itself, and the rest are spread across Shreveport (12), Tyler (8), and Jacksonville (3). Distances run up to about 59 miles. Of those, 11 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 1.5 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars. Longview is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Longview. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 40 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.7, 1.8 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 19 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
First up for Longview: Sears Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.5 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of East Texas (36.6 miles away, based in Tyler, 4.7 stars from 1,263 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Bossier City (58.8 miles away, based in Shreveport, 4.8 stars from 470 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (23.3 miles away, based in Marshall, 4.3 stars from 77 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Leaks under or behind the washer
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
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 Longview
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Longview quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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.
Have These Handy
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Longview, TX
Washer calls in Longview 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 Longview
- 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: Longview, TX
Do you cover Longview and nearby towns?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
More Laundry Repair in Longview, TX
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Longview
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Longview technician gets at the parts.