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.
Washer Technicians Serving Burlingame, CA
Within 30 miles of Burlingame there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 12 list an address in Burlingame, and other nearby bases include San Mateo (16), San Bruno (5), and Millbrae (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Applora Residential Appliance Repair & Care is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Burlingame. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Burlingame. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 46 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.1, 0.2, 0.4 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
The leading options for Burlingame are Commercial Home Products (2.2 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 141 reviews); UsProRepair (1.6 miles away, based in Millbrae, 5.0 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
The Usual Washer Culprits in Burlingame
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Burlingame
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer smells like mildew.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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
Do not let children play in, on or with a washer, and remove the lid or door before a washer is discarded or taken out of service so a child cannot become trapped inside. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Burlingame
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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- 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.
What Burlingame Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Burlingame 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 Burlingame
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Burlingame, CA
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Before you call a Burlingame technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.