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 Cerritos, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Cerritos CA
40 repair companies serve Cerritos from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Cerritos itself, and other nearby bases include Buena Park (6), Long Beach (6), and Hawaiian Gardens (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. The closest is TotalCare Experts, about 0.6 miles away. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 31 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.7, 1.3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Cerritos: Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Paradise Appliance Service (4.2 miles away, based in Cypress, 4.5 stars from 3,488 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Whittier, 4.5 stars from 419 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SP Appliance (2.4 miles away, based in Hawaiian Gardens, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Cerritos. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Cerritos, CA
Most washer calls in Cerritos 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).
Before You Book in Cerritos
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cerritos, CA
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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.