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 Davis list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Davis
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Davis. 4 of them are based in Davis itself, and other nearby bases include Sacramento (23), West Sacramento (6), and Woodland (4). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Davis Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Davis. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Davis. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.7, 1.1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 16 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
The leading options for Davis are Fair Appliance Repair Service (15.3 miles away, based in Sacramento, 5.0 stars from 770 reviews, lists Saturday hours); iFix Appliance Repair Sacramento (14.6 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews); Quick Bosch Appliance Repair (12.0 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.6 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Viking Appliance Repair (14.6 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.2 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
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 Davis Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Davis 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 Davis
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Davis, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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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.