Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Menifee, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Menifee
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Menifee. 6 of them are based in Menifee itself, and other nearby bases include Murrieta (11), Lake Elsinore (6), and Perris (5). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: Appliance Repair Pros of Menifee, around 0.3 miles out. 16 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.2 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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.5, 0.8 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washer work | 24 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
First up for Menifee: Sears Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Hemet, 4.7 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Temecula (12.5 miles away, based in Temecula, 4.7 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Temecula, 4.8 stars from 520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Urgent Repair Appliances & HVAC (9.1 miles away, based in Murrieta, 4.8 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. 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
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Menifee Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Menifee 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).
Before You Book in Menifee
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Menifee, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
More Washing Machine Repair in Menifee, CA
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Menifee
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.