A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Alhambra that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Alhambra
Within 30 miles of Alhambra there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Alhambra, and other nearby bases include Pasadena (17), South Pasadena (4), and San Marino (3). Nearest on the list: American Service Alliance, around 0.6 miles out. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Alhambra. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.7, 0.9 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
The leading options for Alhambra are RepairBest Appliance Services (2.6 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CR Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.7 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G and R Appliance Repair LLC (7.3 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.3 stars from 708 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
What Alhambra Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Alhambra come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Alhambra
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Alhambra, CA
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.