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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Fullerton, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Fullerton CA
Within 30 miles of Fullerton there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 9 of them are based in Fullerton itself, and other nearby bases include Anaheim (10), Placentia (8), and Brea (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Revilect, around 0.9 miles out. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fullerton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
Closest matches for Fullerton: Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in City of Industry, 4.7 stars from 429 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Simple Repairs Appliances (8.8 miles away, based in Garden Grove, 5.0 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Paradise Appliance Service (8.7 miles away, based in Cypress, 4.5 stars from 3,488 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Whittier, 4.5 stars from 419 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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.
What Fullerton Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Fullerton 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).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Fullerton
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fullerton, CA
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fullerton
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.