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 Norwalk list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Norwalk
40 repair companies serve Norwalk from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Norwalk, and other nearby bases include Downey (11), Whittier (5), and Hawaiian Gardens (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. The closest is GGSL APPLIANCE REPAIR, about 1.4 miles away. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Norwalk. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 2.0, 2.2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
The leading options for Norwalk are Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Cerritos, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Whittier, 4.5 stars from 419 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SP Appliance (5.2 miles away, based in Hawaiian Gardens, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aspeco Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, based in Bellflower, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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.
Around Norwalk
Most washer calls in Norwalk 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 Norwalk
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Norwalk, CA
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.