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 Glendale list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Glendale
40 repair companies serve Glendale from within 30 miles. 34 list an address in Glendale, and the rest are spread across La Cañada Flintridge (3), Montrose (1), and La Crescenta-Montrose (1). Of those, 10 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Bender Appliance Repair, about 1.6 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Glendale. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.6, 1.7, 1.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 51 |
| Mention washer work | 11 |
Closest matches for Glendale: A&Y Appliances (2.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 512 reviews, lists Saturday hours); West Coast Chief Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Burbank, 4.8 stars from 927 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A11 Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 147 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G and R Appliance Repair LLC (2.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Glendale. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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 Glendale Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Glendale 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 Glendale
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Glendale, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
More Washing Machine Repair in Glendale, CA
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Glendale
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 Glendale technician can then bring the right parts for either one.