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 Fremont list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fremont
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fremont. 19 list an address in Fremont, and other nearby bases include Union City (6), Milpitas (5), and Newark (4). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Nearest on the list: Eagle Group Home Appliance LLC, around 0.4 miles out. 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Mention washer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.9, 0.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 48 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
The leading options for Fremont are Azer Appliance & HVAC Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Union City, 4.8 stars from 86 reviews); Appliance ProCare — Repair Service in Palo Alto (4.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 22 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ASAP Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Union City, 4.8 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); First Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, 4.3 stars from 217 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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: 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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- 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 Fremont, CA
Alameda County Water District (ACWD), which supplies Fremont, reports hardness of varies by source: treated surface water about 90 ppm average (central and south Fremont); blended water about 125 ppm average (north Fremont) — moderately hard to hard. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: Alameda County Water District: 2023 Water Quality Report
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 Fremont Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fremont, CA
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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 Fremont technician can then bring the right parts for either one.