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 Isla Vista 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 Isla Vista
Our data shows 20 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Isla Vista. The rest are spread across Santa Barbara (11), Goleta (5), and Montecito (3). Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Mission Appliance Service, about 2.1 miles away. Across 19 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.4 stars.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.1, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 20 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
At the top of the Isla Vista list: Yost Appliance (6.7 miles away, based in Santa Barbara, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews); Superman Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Santa Barbara, 5.0 stars from 91 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aa Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in Santa Barbara, 4.0 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); DK Appliance Repair & Service (2.8 miles away, based in Goleta, 5.0 stars from 27 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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 not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What Isla Vista Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Isla Vista 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 Isla Vista Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Isla Vista, CA
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Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Isla Vista
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 Isla Vista technician can then bring the right parts for either one.