Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Auburn, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Auburn
40 repair companies serve Auburn from within 30 miles. 10 of them are based in Auburn itself, and other nearby bases include Rocklin (13), Roseville (8), and Lincoln (4). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. Appliance Repair Masters is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Auburn. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Auburn. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.5, 0.9 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
Closest matches for Auburn: Lake Appliance Repair (13.9 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.7 stars from 642 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Rus.co (12.0 miles away, based in Rocklin, 4.6 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Appliance (16.7 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 4.5 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Around Auburn
Most washer calls in Auburn 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).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Auburn
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Auburn, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Auburn technician can then bring the right parts for either one.