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 Kalaheo that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Kalaheo
Within 101 miles of Kalaheo there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Wahiawa (2), Lihue (1), and Kekaha (1). Distances run up to about 100 miles. Of those, 2 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 10.1 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 6 businesses. Kalaheo is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Companies within 101 miles | 6 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 10.1, 16.6, 90.3 |
First up for Kalaheo: Sears Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Lihue, 4.4 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RC Appliance Repair (16.6 miles away, based in Kekaha, 4.3 stars from 6 reviews); Makaha Appliance Repair (90.3 miles away, based in Waianae, 1.6 stars from 13 reviews); Ocean Appliances & AC Repairs Inc.. (93.7 miles away, based in Waialua, 4.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Kalaheo. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
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 Kalaheo
Most washer calls in Kalaheo 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).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Kalaheo
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Kalaheo, HI
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why won't my washer spin?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Kalaheo
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 Kalaheo technician can then bring the right parts for either one.