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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Thousand Oaks that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Thousand Oaks
Within 30 miles of Thousand Oaks there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 14 of them are based in Thousand Oaks itself, and the rest are spread across Westlake Village (6), Moorpark (5), and Oak Park (4). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Reliable Home Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.7, 0.7 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
The leading options for Thousand Oaks are Thousand Oaks Appliance Repair (5.6 miles away, based in Agoura Hills, 4.8 stars from 100 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.7 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coastal fix appliance repair (10.7 miles away, based in Calabasas, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews); iFix Appliances (12.7 miles away, based in Canoga Park, 4.7 stars from 67 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
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
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 not draining or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Thousand Oaks. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Thousand Oaks
Most washer calls in Thousand Oaks 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 Thousand Oaks
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Thousand Oaks, CA
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Thousand Oaks
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.