Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Who Repairs Washers Near Anderson
Within 60 miles of Anderson there are 13 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 of them are based in Anderson itself, and the rest are spread across Redding (4), Chico (4), and Red Bluff (3). Nearest on the list: Mason Appliance Service, around 0.3 miles out. Of those, 7 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The 12 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Anderson is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Anderson. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 13 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 8.3, 8.9 |
First up for Anderson: Tom's Appliance Service (8.3 miles away, based in Redding, 4.3 stars from 106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in Redding, 4.4 stars from 108 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tehama Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Red Bluff, 3.5 stars from 8 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (20.0 miles away, based in Red Bluff, 4.5 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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 Anderson
Most washer calls in Anderson 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.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Anderson
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Anderson, CA
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Why won't my washer drain?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Anderson faster and cheaper.