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. The Cambria list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Cambria
We found 15 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Cambria. The rest are spread across Santa Maria (6), San Luis Obispo (4), and Atascadero (2). 6 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Nearest on the list: The Best Appliance Guy, around 22.0 miles out. The 13 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars. Cambria is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cambria. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 22.0, 22.8, 23.0 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 15 |
First up for Cambria: Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Atascadero, 4.6 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Best Appliance Guy (22.0 miles away, based in Los Osos, 2.3 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (30.6 miles away, based in San Luis Obispo, 4.4 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Best Appliance Guy (30.4 miles away, based in San Luis Obispo, 2.7 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water 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
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Cambria, 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
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.
Around Cambria
Most washer calls in Cambria 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 Cambria
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Cambria, CA
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
What does a washer repair usually cost?
Which areas near Cambria do these technicians cover?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Cambria
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Before you call a Cambria 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.