A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Burbank and the Los Angeles County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Burbank, CA
40 repair companies serve Burbank from within 30 miles. 16 list an address in Burbank, and the rest are spread across Glendale (14), North Hollywood (3), and Valley Village (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. 10 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Burbank Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Burbank. Across 37 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Mention washer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.5, 0.6 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
Closest matches for Burbank: A&Y Appliances (4.8 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 512 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Burbank Appliance Repair (0.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours); West Coast Chief Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 927 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pros Fix Appliances (3.7 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 61 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
The Usual Washer Culprits in Burbank
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
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
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
If a child swallows detergent from a packet, rinse out the mouth and call Poison Help immediately; for eye contact, flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 Burbank
Most washer calls in Burbank 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).
Before You Book in Burbank
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Burbank, CA
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why won't my washer spin?
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Burbank
Washing Machine Repair Near Burbank
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 Burbank technician a trip for parts.