Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Malibu that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Malibu
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Malibu. 1 list an address in Malibu, and the rest are spread across Thousand Oaks (13), Calabasas (10), and Westlake Village (6). Topline Appliance Repair Agoura Hills is the nearest, roughly 7.6 miles from Malibu. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Malibu. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.6, 7.6, 7.7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Malibu: Thousand Oaks Appliance Repair (8.9 miles away, based in Agoura Hills, 4.8 stars from 100 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coastal fix appliance repair (7.8 miles away, based in Calabasas, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews); Krupo Appliance Repair - Calabasas (11.4 miles away, based in Calabasas, 5.0 stars from 65 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lex Appliance Repair (17.4 miles away, based in Encino, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Malibu. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Malibu
Most washer calls in Malibu 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 Malibu
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Malibu, CA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Malibu
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 Malibu technician can then bring the right parts for either one.