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. The Wailuku list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Wailuku
Within 60 miles of Wailuku there are 5 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Wailuku, and the rest are spread across Lahaina (2), Kahului (1), and Makawao (1). Distances run up to about 12 miles. Nearest on the list: almost anything, around 1.6 miles out. 1 of them mentions washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 3 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars. Wailuku is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 1 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 2.0, 10.4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Mention washer work | 1 |
The leading options for Wailuku are Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (10.9 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (10.4 miles away, based in Makawao, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); almost anything (1.6 miles away).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
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
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Wailuku. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- 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.
Local Notes for Wailuku
Most washer calls in Wailuku 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).
Before You Book in Wailuku
- 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?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Wailuku, HI
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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.