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ALAS Appliance Service

Washer & Washing Machine Repair Service

Washer won’t drain, won’t spin, leaking or showing an error code? ALAS Appliance Repair diagnoses and fixes front-load, top-load and stacked washers in Plano, Frisco, Southlake, Highland Park, Prosper, McKinney and across the Dallas–Fort Worth area.

  • Appointment confirmed within 30 minutes
  • Diagnostic fee credited toward your repair
  • Front-load, top-load and stacked units
  • Open 7 days a week

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ALAS technician cleaning the drain pump filter on a front-load washer

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Washing Machine Repair That Gets Laundry Day Back on Track

A washer that stops mid-cycle, leaves clothes soaking wet or leaks across the laundry room floor puts your whole week behind. ALAS Appliance Repair has been fixing washing machines for Dallas–Fort Worth families since 2019. We repair front-load, top-load, high-efficiency, stacked and all-in-one washer-dryer units, including smart washers from LG, Samsung, Whirlpool, Maytag and GE.

Every visit starts with a full diagnosis. We read the error code, test the drain pump, door lock, pressure switch, motor and control board, and then explain the problem and your repair options before any work begins. If you go ahead, the diagnostic fee is credited toward the repair.

We repair washers in homes, rental properties and apartments in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, Lucas, Parker, Richardson, Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Coppell, Flower Mound, Southlake, Westlake, Colleyville, Keller, Grapevine, Argyle and Trophy Club, Texas.

Common washer problems

What’s Wrong With Your Washer?

These are the washer problems we fix most often in Dallas–Fort Worth homes, with the usual causes and a quick check you can do before you call.

SymptomCommon causes a technician checksGuide
Washer won’t drainClogged drain pump filter, kinked drain hose, failed drain pump, faulty lid switch or door lock
Check the drain hose for kinks. On front-loaders, clean the pump filter behind the lower front panel.

Possible causes a technician checks: Clogged drain pump filter, kinked drain hose, failed drain pump, faulty lid switch or door lock

Schedule a diagnosis
Washer won’t spin or agitateWorn drive belt, broken motor coupler, failed lid switch, unbalanced load, bad motor or control board
Redistribute the load and run a drain-and-spin cycle. If it still won’t spin, schedule a diagnosis.

Possible causes a technician checks: Worn drive belt, broken motor coupler, failed lid switch, unbalanced load, bad motor or control board

Schedule a diagnosis
Washer is leaking waterTorn door boot gasket, loose or cracked fill hoses, failed tub seal, cracked drain pump, too much detergent
Shut off the water valves behind the washer and check the hoses and door seal for tears.

Possible causes a technician checks: Torn door boot gasket, loose or cracked fill hoses, failed tub seal, cracked drain pump, too much detergent

Schedule a diagnosis
Washer won’t start or stops mid-cycleDoor lock or lid switch failure, tripped breaker, failed control board, pressure switch or timer fault
Note any error code on the display. It tells our technician where to start.

Possible causes a technician checks: Door lock or lid switch failure, tripped breaker, failed control board, pressure switch or timer fault

Schedule a diagnosis
Loud noise, shaking or walkingWorn shock absorbers or suspension springs, failed drum bearings, loose counterweight, uneven floor
Level the washer feet. A roaring or grinding spin usually means worn bearings.

Possible causes a technician checks: Worn shock absorbers or suspension springs, failed drum bearings, loose counterweight, uneven floor

Schedule a diagnosis
Washer won’t fill or fills slowlyClogged inlet screens, failed water inlet valve, faulty pressure switch, low water pressure
Make sure both supply valves are fully open and the hoses aren’t kinked.

Possible causes a technician checks: Clogged inlet screens, failed water inlet valve, faulty pressure switch, low water pressure

Schedule a diagnosis
Bad smell or mold in a front-loaderMildew in the door boot, clogged drain pump filter, detergent buildup, standing water
Wipe the door gasket, leave the door open between loads and run a cleaning cycle.

Possible causes a technician checks: Mildew in the door boot, clogged drain pump filter, detergent buildup, standing water

Schedule a diagnosis
Door won’t unlock or openFailed door lock assembly, water left in the drum, control board fault
Run a drain-and-spin cycle first. Don’t force the door.

Possible causes a technician checks: Failed door lock assembly, water left in the drum, control board fault

Schedule a diagnosis

Repair or replace

Repair or Replace Your Washer?

Most washing machines last about 10 to 13 years. A repair usually makes sense when the washer is younger than that and the fix costs less than half the price of a comparable new model.

Usually worth repairing

  • The washer is under 8 years old
  • The problem is a pump, door lock, belt, valve or switch
  • It is a high-end or front-load model that costs more to replace
  • The drum and cabinet are free of rust and cracks

Worth weighing carefully

  • The washer is more than 10 years old
  • The tub, drum spider or transmission has failed
  • It has needed several repairs in the last two years
  • Repair cost is more than half the price of a new washer

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Urgent repair

Washer Leaking or Flooding?

A leaking washer can damage floors, subfloors and the ceiling below a second-floor laundry room. Call us and take these steps while you wait. After-hours emergency service is available for an added fee.

How it works

How Our Washer Repair Process Works

Schedule Repair
  1. Book online or call

    Tell us the brand, the model and what the washer is doing, including any error code. We confirm your appointment within 30 minutes, and a photo of the model label helps us bring the right parts.

  2. Diagnosis at your home

    Your technician reads the error codes and tests the drain pump, door lock, pressure switch, motor and control board to find the part that actually failed.

  3. Written estimate

    You get the price in writing before any work starts. Nothing is repaired until you approve it.

  4. Repair, test and warranty

    We complete the repair, run the washer through a full fill, wash, drain and spin cycle to confirm the fix, and write the warranty terms on your invoice.

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Where we work

Washer Repair Service Area

ALAS provides washer repair in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, Lucas, Parker, Richardson, Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Coppell, Flower Mound, Southlake, Westlake, Colleyville, Keller, Grapevine, Argyle and Trophy Club. Find your city below or check your ZIP code.

Washer Brands We Repair

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Washer Repair FAQs

Usually, yes, if the washer is under 8 to 10 years old and the repair costs less than half the price of a new one. Drain pumps, door locks, belts, inlet valves and switches are affordable repairs. A failed tub, drum spider or transmission on an older washer often makes replacement the better choice. Our technician will give you an honest recommendation.

A washer that won’t drain is the most common call we get. It is usually caused by a clogged drain pump filter, a kinked hose or a failed drain pump. Door lock and lid switch failures, which stop the washer from starting or spinning, are a close second.

Common causes are a clogged pump filter, a blocked or kinked drain hose, a failed drain pump, or a faulty lid switch or door lock that stops the drain cycle. On front-loaders, check and clean the pump filter first. If the water still won’t drain, schedule a diagnosis.

Leaks usually come from a torn door boot gasket, loose or cracked fill hoses, a failed tub seal or a cracked drain pump. Too much detergent can also cause suds to overflow. Turn off the water valves behind the washer and call us before running another load.

An unbalanced load is the most common cause. If shaking continues with balanced loads, the washer may have worn shock absorbers, suspension springs or drum bearings, or it may not be level. These parts can be replaced to stop the shaking.

Front-load washers trap moisture in the door boot gasket and drain pump filter, which leads to mold and mildew. Wipe the gasket after each use, leave the door open, use HE detergent and run a monthly cleaning cycle. If the smell stays, the gasket or drain system may need service.

Error codes point to the part that failed. For example, LG OE and Samsung 5C mean a draining problem, LG LE points to the motor, LG UE and Samsung UB mean an unbalanced load, and dE or DC mean a door problem. Tell us the code when you book so our technician arrives with the right parts.

Yes. We repair stacked washer-dryer units, laundry centers, LG WashTower, Samsung Bespoke AI Laundry Combo and other all-in-one washer-dryers, as well as compact and portable washers.

Most washer repairs take one to two hours once the technician is on site. If a part needs to be ordered, we schedule a return visit as soon as it arrives.

Most washers last about 10 to 13 years. Regular maintenance, such as cleaning the pump filter, replacing fill hoses every five years and avoiding overloading, helps a washer last longer.

Repairs carry a 90-day warranty for non-members and 6 months for ALAS members. The exact coverage is written on your invoice.

The cost depends on the problem and the part. We start with a diagnosis, then give you a clear repair estimate before any work begins. If you go ahead with the repair, the diagnostic fee is credited toward it. If you decide not to repair, you pay only the diagnostic fee.

Simple fixes like cleaning the pump filter, straightening a kinked hose or leveling the feet are safe to try. Repairs that involve the motor, control board, door lock wiring or bearings involve water and electricity, so they are best left to a trained technician.

Let us know the brand, model number and type of washer, any error code, and what the washer is doing. The model number is usually on a label inside the door or lid. This helps our technician bring the right parts.

ALAS offers washer repair in Plano, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, Prosper, Lucas, Parker, Richardson, Dallas, Highland Park, University Park, Coppell, Flower Mound, Southlake, Westlake, Colleyville, Keller, Grapevine, Argyle and Trophy Club, Texas. Enter your ZIP code to confirm service at your address.

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