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 Kentfield 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 Kentfield
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kentfield. The rest are spread across San Rafael (10), Richmond (7), and Mill Valley (5). Distances run up to about 12 miles. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. Appliance Pros Mechanichs | Larkspur is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Kentfield. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.3, 1.9 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
At the top of the Kentfield list: Prime Fix Appliances Repair (13.8 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All State Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UniFix Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Kentfield. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
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 Kentfield
Most washer calls in Kentfield 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 Kentfield
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Kentfield, CA
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Related Repair Pages for Kentfield
Washer & Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
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.