Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Pollock Pines, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Pollock Pines
Within 30 miles of Pollock Pines there are 25 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Auburn (8), El Dorado Hills (5), and Folsom (5). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Bowmans Appliance Repair, about 5.8 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 22 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pollock Pines. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 3 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 25 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 5.8, 21.6, 22.4 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Pollock Pines: Sears Appliance Repair (29.9 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.7 miles away, based in Jackson, 4.4 stars from 100 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance (29.2 miles away, based in Folsom, 5.0 stars from 3 reviews); Maximum Appliance Repair (27.9 miles away, based in Folsom, 5.0 stars from 282 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems 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:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
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.
Around Pollock Pines
Most washer calls in Pollock Pines 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 Pollock Pines Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Pollock Pines, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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.