Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Artesia list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Artesia
Within 30 miles of Artesia there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Artesia, and other nearby bases include Long Beach (7), Buena Park (6), and Hawaiian Gardens (4). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Nearest on the list: TotalCare Experts, around 0.3 miles out. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Mention washer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.9, 1.2 |
At the top of the Artesia list: Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, based in Cerritos, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Paradise Appliance Service (4.4 miles away, based in Cypress, 4.5 stars from 3,488 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Whittier, 4.5 stars from 419 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SP Appliance (2.5 miles away, based in Hawaiian Gardens, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Around Artesia
Most washer calls in Artesia 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).
Questions to Ask a Artesia Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Artesia, CA
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Artesia
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.