When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Plainview.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Plainview
Within 60 miles of Plainview there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Plainview, and the rest are spread across Lubbock (9) and Muleshoe (1). Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Plainview. Of those, 3 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 10 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.7 stars. Plainview is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 1.2, 33.9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Mention washers | 3 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 12 |
The leading options for Plainview are Sears Appliance Repair (0.5 miles away, 4.6 stars from 72 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (46.5 miles away, based in Lubbock, 4.6 stars from 252 reviews, lists Saturday hours); J1Sev3n Services, LLC (56.5 miles away, based in Muleshoe, 5.0 stars from 29 reviews); Randys Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.2 stars from 5 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Plainview
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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Plainview, TX
Washer calls in Plainview 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, ยง1301.053 (Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners)
In Texas, you can check a license with the Texas plumbing Public License Search or report a problem to the Texas Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Plainview
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Plainview, TX
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Plainview technician gets at the parts.