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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Calipatria that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Calipatria CA
12 repair companies serve Calipatria from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Indio (6), El Centro (1), and Calexico (1). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. 4 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 26.9 miles from Calipatria. The 7 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Calipatria is inside its regular service area.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 8 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 26.9, 32.5, 53.9 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
The leading options for Calipatria are Sears Appliance Repair (26.9 miles away, based in El Centro, 4.6 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (53.9 miles away, based in Coachella, 4.5 stars from 95 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JC Appliances Sales & Repair (56.5 miles away, based in Indio, 3.9 stars from 27 reviews); Appliance Pros Yuma (60.0 miles away, based in Somerton, 3.4 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
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
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Calipatria. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Local Notes for Calipatria
Most washer calls in Calipatria 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).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Calipatria
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Calipatria, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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.