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. The Ben Lomond list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ben Lomond
40 repair companies serve Ben Lomond from within 30 miles. 2 of them are based in Ben Lomond itself, and other nearby bases include Los Gatos (9), Santa Cruz (8), and Saratoga (7). The farthest listed company is about 14 miles out. Ben Lomond Emergency Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Ben Lomond. 1 lists washer or dryer work specifically. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.4, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Ben Lomond: Lighthouse Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Santa Cruz, 5.0 stars from 131 reviews); Bay Master Appliance (16.6 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.7 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Your Appliance, Refrigeration & HVAC repair (21.8 miles away, based in Mountain View, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.2 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.6 stars from 274 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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 not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Ben Lomond. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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 Ben Lomond Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Ben Lomond 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 Ben Lomond
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ben Lomond, CA
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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.