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 San Francisco, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near San Francisco
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of San Francisco. 36 list an address in San Francisco, and other nearby bases include Daly City (4). Distances run up to about 4 miles. Nearest on the list: Sub-Zero Appliance Experts, around 0.2 miles out. Of those, 11 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Francisco. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.4, 0.5 |
Closest matches for San Francisco: Prime Fix Appliances Repair (3.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All State Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixWell Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews); Atech Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in San Francisco. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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 bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
Laundry Notes for San Francisco, CA
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC), which supplies San Francisco, reports hardness of 9.1-49 ppm as CaCO3, average 32 ppm (soft). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: SFPUC 2022 Water Quality Report (San Francisco)
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 San Francisco Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: San Francisco, CA
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near San Francisco
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.