Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The California list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near California
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of California. 1 list an address in California, and the rest are spread across Pittsburgh (11), Uniontown (3), and Connellsville (2). 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: California Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 38 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 52 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 6.3, 8.8 |
First up for California: NATLAD REPAIR SERVICE LLC (23.3 miles away, based in East Pittsburgh, 4.7 stars from 241 reviews); PowerFix Appliance Repair (23.9 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 5.0 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in North Versailles Township, 4.4 stars from 397 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fix Experts (25.3 miles away, based in Pittsburgh, 4.9 stars from 47 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
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: washer not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in California. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- 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?
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.
Around California
Most washer calls in California 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.
Pennsylvania has no statewide license for appliance repair or for most construction trades; contractors doing home improvement work must register with the Attorney General, and some municipalities license trades such as plumbing. Source: Contractor Licensing (Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry)
In Pennsylvania, you can check a license with the PA Office of Attorney General Home Improvement Contractor Registration Search or report a problem to the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in California
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: California, PA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near California
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.