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. The Oakdale list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
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36 repair companies serve Oakdale from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Oakdale, and the rest are spread across Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Manteca (4). The farthest listed company is about 28 miles out. Precision Home Care is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Oakdale. 5 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 27 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Oakdale. 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 | 5 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 36 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 1.2, 8.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Oakdale list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.3 stars from 56 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meno's Appliances (12.2 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.3 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.5 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.0 stars from 163 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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 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:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit 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 Oakdale Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Oakdale 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 Oakdale
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Oakdale, CA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why won't my washer spin?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Oakdale
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 Oakdale technician can then bring the right parts for either one.