Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Gardena list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Gardena
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Gardena. 6 of them are based in Gardena itself, and other nearby bases include Inglewood (9), Torrance (8), and Hawthorne (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Of those, 4 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is South Bay Appliances, about 0.4 miles away. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gardena. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.6, 0.8 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
First up for Gardena: Sears Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.5 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Haus Appliances (2.1 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.7 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Carson, 4.6 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wizard Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 162 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
What Gardena Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Gardena 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 Gardena Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Gardena, CA
Why won't my washer spin?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Washer Repair in Gardena
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Gardena
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.