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. The Seaside list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Seaside
Our data shows 34 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Seaside. The rest are spread across Salinas (8), Santa Cruz (8), and Watsonville (4). 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Conner's Appliance, about 3.4 miles away. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Seaside. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 4 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 34 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.4, 5.5, 5.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
At the top of the Seaside list: Sears Appliance Repair (11.0 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.7 stars from 338 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Golden State Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Pacific Grove, 4.9 stars from 208 reviews); Lighthouse Appliance Repair (27.3 miles away, based in Santa Cruz, 5.0 stars from 131 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Seaside
Most washer calls in Seaside 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 Seaside
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Seaside, CA
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
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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 Seaside technician can then bring the right parts for either one.