Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Chico, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Chico CA
We found 17 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Chico. 4 list an address in Chico, and other nearby bases include Oroville (3), Red Bluff (3), and Marysville (2). Distances run up to about 56 miles. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.1 miles out. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Chico is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Chico. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.2, 3.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Chico are Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Northern Valley Appliance Services- Since 1957 (2.2 miles away, 4.6 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chico Appliance Repair. (3.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 10 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (35.6 miles away, based in Red Bluff, 4.5 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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 draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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 Chico
Most washer calls in Chico 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 Chico
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Chico, CA
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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 Chico technician can then bring the right parts for either one.