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 Marina del Rey that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Marina del Rey
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Marina del Rey. Other nearby bases include Santa Monica (13), Los Angeles (10), and Culver City (5). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. The closest is Appliance Repair And Service Experts, about 0.5 miles away. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.5, 0.7, 1.4 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Marina del Rey: WEST APPLIANCE SERVICE (1.6 miles away, based in Playa Del Rey, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); NL Westside Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 5.0 stars from 31 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JennAir Appliance Repair (5.2 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.7 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Marina del Rey. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Marina del Rey
Most washer calls in Marina del Rey 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 Marina del Rey Washer Technician
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Marina del Rey, CA
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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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.