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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of San Lorenzo that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, San Lorenzo CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of San Lorenzo. 2 list an address in San Lorenzo, and other nearby bases include Hayward (23), San Leandro (11), and Castro Valley (4). Distances run up to about 5 miles. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Atlant Services Repair, about 0.7 miles away. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Lorenzo. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.0, 1.3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
First up for San Lorenzo: Azer Appliance & HVAC Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Union City, 4.8 stars from 86 reviews); Local Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Castro Valley, 4.8 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kerenza Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.7 stars from 795 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, based in Hayward, 4.2 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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 San Lorenzo. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - 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?
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.
Local Notes for San Lorenzo
Most washer calls in San Lorenzo 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 San Lorenzo
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: San Lorenzo, CA
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near San Lorenzo
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 San Lorenzo technician can then bring the right parts for either one.