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 Zapata.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Zapata, TX
Our data shows 8 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Zapata. The rest are spread across Laredo (8). Distances run up to about 47 miles. The closest is Polar Tech, about 39.1 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions washer and dryer repair by name. The 8 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Zapata is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Zapata. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 7 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 39.1, 43.2, 43.5 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 1 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
Closest matches for Zapata: Sears Appliance Repair (47.3 miles away, based in Laredo, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Polar Tech (39.1 miles away, based in Laredo, 4.5 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Estevis Appliance (46.3 miles away, based in Laredo, 4.6 stars from 27 reviews); Appliance Repair Laredo TX (44.2 miles away, based in Laredo, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Zapata
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Zapata 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for Zapata
Washer calls in Zapata 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.
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Zapata
- 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?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Zapata, TX
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Zapata
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Zapata technician gets at the parts.