A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Santa Maria, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Santa Maria
We found 15 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Santa Maria. 6 list an address in Santa Maria, and other nearby bases include Lompoc (4), San Luis Obispo (4), and Arroyo Grande (1). Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Ib-solutions, about 0.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 14 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Santa Maria. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.2, 1.4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
First up for Santa Maria: Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in Lompoc, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (26.1 miles away, based in San Luis Obispo, 4.4 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Santa Maria. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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.
What Santa Maria Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Santa Maria 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 Santa Maria
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Santa Maria, CA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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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.