Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Big Bear City, CA
We found 33 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Big Bear City. Other nearby bases include Yucaipa (6), Redlands (6), and San Bernardino (5). The closest is Adam Evans Service Technician, about 3.3 miles away. 6 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The 21 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Big Bear City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.3, 20.2, 21.1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 33 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 23 |
First up for Big Bear City: Family Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Highland, 4.7 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.5 miles away, based in Banning, 4.8 stars from 176 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (28.3 miles away, based in Apple Valley, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All Certified Appliance Repair (20.2 miles away, based in Yucaipa, 4.7 stars from 6 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Big Bear City
Before replacing a washer in Big Bear City, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What Big Bear City Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Big Bear City 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 Big Bear City
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Big Bear City, CA
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Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Big Bear City technician a trip for parts.