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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Hidden Valley Lake that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hidden Valley Lake
40 repair companies serve Hidden Valley Lake from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Santa Rosa (7), Vacaville (7), and Woodland (4). Distances run up to about 46 miles. 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 9.8 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 33 businesses. Hidden Valley Lake is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.8, 21.5, 25.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
First up for Hidden Valley Lake: TeeVax Home Appliance & Kitchen Center (26.6 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.2 miles away, based in Lakeport, 4.6 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.8 miles away, based in Clearlake, 4.3 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (37.0 miles away, based in Napa, 4.7 stars from 242 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Hidden Valley Lake. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Local Notes for Hidden Valley Lake
Most washer calls in Hidden Valley Lake 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 Hidden Valley Lake
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hidden Valley Lake, CA
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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.