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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Lodi that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Lodi
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lodi. The rest are spread across Elk Grove (26), Stockton (12), and Galt (1). 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. DJ appliance repair is the nearest, roughly 5.5 miles from Lodi. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 27 businesses.
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 | 14 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.5, 5.8, 6.0 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
At the top of the Lodi list: Perfix Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Stockton, 4.3 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.6 miles away, based in Tracy, 4.5 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Stockton, 4.3 stars from 463 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Appliance Repairman Comp. (22.2 miles away, based in Elk Grove, 4.8 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Lodi. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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: $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?
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.
What Lodi Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Lodi 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 Lodi Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lodi, CA
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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.