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. The Lompoc list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lompoc
Within 60 miles of Lompoc there are 38 appliance repair companies in our data. 4 list an address in Lompoc, and the rest are spread across Santa Barbara (11), Santa Maria (6), and Goleta (5). The farthest listed company is about 59 miles out. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Lompoc. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 35 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Lompoc is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lompoc. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 22 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 0.9, 1.7 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 38 |
Closest matches for Lompoc: Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.1 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.2 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Yost Appliance (44.4 miles away, based in Santa Barbara, 4.5 stars from 76 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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 spinning 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:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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 bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Lompoc, CA
Most washer calls in Lompoc 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).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Lompoc
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lompoc, CA
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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.