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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Waimea, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Waimea HI
13 repair companies serve Waimea from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Kailua-Kona (5), Hilo (4), and Pāhoa (2). Distances run up to about 58 miles. Awesome Appliance Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 29.8 miles from Waimea. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Waimea is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waimea. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 29.8, 33.7, 34.7 |
Closest matches for Waimea: Affordable Appliance (33.7 miles away, based in Kailua-Kona, 5.0 stars from 636 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (43.2 miles away, based in Hilo, 4.4 stars from 712 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair & Services LLC (58.1 miles away, based in Pāhoa, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews); Hakoda's Builders Appliance (34.7 miles away, based in Kailua-Kona, 4.5 stars from 30 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Drum bearing replacement: $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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Waimea, HI
Most washer calls in Waimea 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).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Waimea
- 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?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Waimea, HI
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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.