A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. The Dixon list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Dixon
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Dixon. 2 list an address in Dixon, and other nearby bases include Fairfield (8), Vacaville (7), and West Sacramento (6). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. Dixon Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Dixon. 9 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Dixon. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.4, 8.2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
At the top of the Dixon list: Scapelli's Appliance Repairs (10.3 miles away, based in Vacaville, 4.6 stars from 180 reviews); Quick Bosch Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.6 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Repairman Comp. (19.9 miles away, based in Elk Grove, 4.8 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in Fairfield, 4.6 stars from 313 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Laundry Notes for Dixon, CA
Most washer calls in Dixon 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 Dixon Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Dixon, CA
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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 Dixon technician can then bring the right parts for either one.