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 Elk Grove that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Elk Grove
40 repair companies serve Elk Grove from within 30 miles. 29 list an address in Elk Grove, and the rest are spread across Sacramento (11). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. The closest is Reliable Appliance Repair Elk Grove, about 0.3 miles away. Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 24 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Elk Grove. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.6, 0.6 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
First up for Elk Grove: iFix Appliance Repair Sacramento (11.3 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews); Quick Bosch Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.6 stars from 14 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Repairman Comp. (4.1 miles away, 4.8 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dacor Appliance Repair (3.7 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.7 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Elk Grove. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Elk Grove
Most washer calls in Elk Grove 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 Elk Grove
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Elk Grove, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Elk Grove
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.