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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Templeton, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Templeton
Our data shows 15 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Templeton. The rest are spread across Santa Maria (6), San Luis Obispo (4), and Atascadero (2). The farthest listed company is about 48 miles out. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 4.4 miles away. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 13 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Templeton is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Templeton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.4, 5.3, 5.4 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 15 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
First up for Templeton: Sears Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Atascadero, 4.6 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (20.6 miles away, based in San Luis Obispo, 4.4 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Best Appliance Guy (17.9 miles away, based in Los Osos, 2.3 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (44.7 miles away, based in Santa Maria, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
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.
Around Templeton
Most washer calls in Templeton 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 Templeton
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Templeton, CA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Templeton
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.