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 Yoakum listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Yoakum
We found 24 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Yoakum. 1 list an address in Yoakum, and other nearby bases include Seguin (6), Bastrop (4), and Victoria (3). Distances run up to about 60 miles. 6 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. BMH Appliance & A/C Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Yoakum. Across 21 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Yoakum is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 24 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 31.0, 31.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Mention washers | 6 |
The leading options for Yoakum are Sears Appliance Repair (31.0 miles away, based in Victoria, 4.1 stars from 214 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.6 miles away, based in La Grange, 4.7 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Apache Appliance Repair (31.6 miles away, based in Gonzales, 4.1 stars from 28 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (54.0 miles away, based in Seguin, 4.5 stars from 200 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Yoakum
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Yoakum Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Yoakum 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Yoakum
- 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: Yoakum, TX
Why won't my washer drain?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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 Yoakum technician gets at the parts.