Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Waihee-Waiehu that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Waihee-Waiehu HI
We found 5 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Waihee-Waiehu. The rest are spread across Lahaina (2), Kahului (1), and Wailuku (1). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 3.0 miles out. 1 lists washer or dryer work specifically. The 3 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Waihee-Waiehu is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waihee-Waiehu. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 1 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.0, 4.1, 11.1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
Closest matches for Waihee-Waiehu: Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (11.2 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (11.6 miles away, based in Makawao, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); almost anything (4.1 miles away, based in Wailuku).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Waihee-Waiehu. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
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 Waihee-Waiehu
Most washer calls in Waihee-Waiehu 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 Waihee-Waiehu Washer Technician
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Waihee-Waiehu, HI
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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 Waihee-Waiehu technician can then bring the right parts for either one.