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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Burbank, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Burbank CA
40 repair companies serve Burbank from within 30 miles. 16 of them are based in Burbank itself, and the rest are spread across Glendale (14), North Hollywood (3), and Valley Village (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Burbank Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 37 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 13 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.5, 0.6 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
At the top of the Burbank list: West Coast Chief Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 927 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&Y Appliances (4.8 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 512 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A11 Appliance Repair (2.6 miles away, based in Glendale, 5.0 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Time Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in North Hollywood, 5.0 stars from 51 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Burbank. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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 Burbank Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Burbank 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 Burbank Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Burbank, CA
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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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 Burbank technician can then bring the right parts for either one.