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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Hickam Housing that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Hickam Housing HI
39 repair companies serve Hickam Housing from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Honolulu (19), Aiea (3), and Waipahu (3). Distances run up to about 20 miles. 7 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: PACIFIC ICE SERVICES INC, around 2.0 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Mention washer work | 7 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 39 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 2.7, 3.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
Closest matches for Hickam Housing: Fuse Hawai'i (7.0 miles away, based in Waipahu, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.4 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Aiea, 4.2 stars from 760 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.6 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Hickam Housing. 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?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Hickam Housing
Most washer calls in Hickam Housing 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
Questions to Ask a Hickam Housing Washer Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hickam Housing, HI
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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.