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. The South San Gabriel list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near South San Gabriel
40 repair companies serve South San Gabriel from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Whittier (6), Alhambra (4), and Los Angeles (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. The closest is Greenway Appliance Thermador & KitchenAid Repair., about 0.1 miles away. Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.1, 1.1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
The leading options for South San Gabriel are RepairBest Appliance Services (5.6 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CR Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.7 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, based in Montebello, 4.6 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.3 stars from 708 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in South San Gabriel. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
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 South San Gabriel Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in South San Gabriel 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 South San Gabriel
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: South San Gabriel, CA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why won't my washer spin?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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.