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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Monrovia that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Monrovia
Within 30 miles of Monrovia there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Monrovia, and other nearby bases include Pasadena (10), Sierra Madre (3), and Temple City (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Nearest on the list: Reliable Appliance Repair Monrovia, around 1.4 miles out. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 33 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Monrovia. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.6, 2.9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
The leading options for Monrovia are RepairBest Appliance Services (9.1 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in City of Industry, 4.7 stars from 429 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CR Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in La Puente, 4.8 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.3 stars from 708 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Local Notes for Monrovia
Most washer calls in Monrovia 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 Monrovia
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Monrovia, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
More Washing Machine Repair in Monrovia, CA
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Monrovia
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 Monrovia technician can then bring the right parts for either one.