A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Hilmar-Irwin, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hilmar-Irwin
Within 30 miles of Hilmar-Irwin there are 32 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Merced (3). Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Robert's Maintenance Services, around 0.1 miles out. The 25 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars.
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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 5.1, 6.3 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 32 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
The leading options for Hilmar-Irwin are Pro Appliance Inc (22.9 miles away, based in Merced, 4.7 stars from 310 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meno's Appliances (19.6 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.3 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.5 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- 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
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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 draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Hilmar-Irwin, CA
Most washer calls in Hilmar-Irwin 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).
Before You Book in Hilmar-Irwin
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- 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: Hilmar-Irwin, CA
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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.