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 Tamalpais-Homestead Valley 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 Tamalpais-Homestead Valley
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Tamalpais-Homestead Valley. Other nearby bases include San Francisco (18), San Rafael (10), and Mill Valley (5). 12 list washer or dryer work specifically. Pro Appliance Services LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Tamalpais-Homestead Valley. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tamalpais-Homestead Valley. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 16 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.3, 1.6 |
| Mention washer work | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for Tamalpais-Homestead Valley are Prime Fix Appliances Repair (9.8 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All State Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SGS Appliance Repair, INC (7.4 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 79 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Solution Appliances (7.4 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 138 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
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
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Tamalpais-Homestead Valley. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, CA
Most washer calls in Tamalpais-Homestead Valley 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).
Questions to Ask a Tamalpais-Homestead Valley Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Tamalpais-Homestead Valley, CA
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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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 Tamalpais-Homestead Valley technician can then bring the right parts for either one.