Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The Brentwood list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Brentwood CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Brentwood. 1 of them are based in Brentwood itself, and other nearby bases include Concord (12), Antioch (11), and Tracy (3). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. Nearest on the list: Oakwood Brentwood Appliance Repair, around 1.4 miles out. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.2, 2.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
Closest matches for Brentwood: Sears Appliance Repair (13.6 miles away, based in Concord, 4.6 stars from 471 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.7 miles away, based in Tracy, 4.5 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.7 miles away, based in Concord, 4.3 stars from 540 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ServiceON Appliance Repair & Services (18.7 miles away, based in Pleasant Hill, 4.8 stars from 70 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire 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 spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Brentwood. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
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.
What Brentwood Owners Should Know
City of Brentwood Water Operations Division, which supplies Brentwood, reports hardness of varies by source: groundwater about 190-490 mg/L; surface water treatment plant output about 56-132 mg/L (city water quality fact sheet on hard water). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of Brentwood: Water Quality Fact Sheet - Hard Water
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 Brentwood
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Brentwood, CA
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Brentwood
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 Brentwood technician can then bring the right parts for either one.