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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Fontana that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fontana
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fontana. 5 of them are based in Fontana itself, and the rest are spread across San Bernardino (10), Rancho Cucamonga (9), and Riverside (8). Distances run up to about 10 miles. The closest is ExpertFix Solutions, about 0.8 miles away. 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 0.8, 2.2 |
At the top of the Fontana list: Mr. Appliance of Rancho Cucamonga (8.0 miles away, based in Rancho Cucamonga, 4.8 stars from 867 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Rancho Cucamonga, 4.2 stars from 504 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.5 miles away, based in Riverside, 4.7 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A & A Appliance Service (7.6 miles away, based in Rancho Cucamonga, 4.5 stars from 42 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
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 not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Around Fontana
Most washer calls in Fontana 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 Fontana
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fontana, CA
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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 Fontana technician can then bring the right parts for either one.