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. The Hawaiian Gardens list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Hawaiian Gardens
40 repair companies serve Hawaiian Gardens from within 30 miles. 4 list an address in Hawaiian Gardens, and other nearby bases include Long Beach (7), Buena Park (6), and Cerritos (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. 7 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is A+ Appliance Repair Hawaiian Gardens, about 0.0 miles away. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hawaiian Gardens. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.0, 0.2, 0.2 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 12 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
Closest matches for Hawaiian Gardens: Simple Repairs Appliances (7.3 miles away, based in Garden Grove, 5.0 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Paradise Appliance Service (2.0 miles away, based in Cypress, 4.5 stars from 3,488 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Cerritos, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SP Appliance (0.2 miles away, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- 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
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
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?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 Hawaiian Gardens
Most washer calls in Hawaiian Gardens 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 Hawaiian Gardens Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hawaiian Gardens, CA
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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 Hawaiian Gardens technician can then bring the right parts for either one.