Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Rocklin that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Rocklin CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Rocklin. 13 of them are based in Rocklin itself, and other nearby bases include Roseville (24), Loomis (2), and Granite Bay (1). Certified Rocklin Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Rocklin. 6 list washer or dryer work specifically. The 24 rated companies in range average 4.9 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.9, 1.3 |
First up for Rocklin: Lake Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Roseville, 4.7 stars from 642 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Rus.co (1.8 miles away, 4.6 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Appliance (7.2 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 4.5 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Storm Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Roseville, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting 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 draining or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Rocklin. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
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.
Local Notes for Rocklin
Most washer calls in Rocklin 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 Rocklin
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Rocklin, CA
What stops a washer from spinning?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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 Rocklin technician can then bring the right parts for either one.