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 Claremont and the Los Angeles County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Claremont
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Claremont. 2 list an address in Claremont, and the rest are spread across Ontario (8), Rancho Cucamonga (8), and Chino (5). Distances run up to about 10 miles. The closest is David's Appliance Repair, about 1.5 miles away. Of those, 14 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Claremont. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 20 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.8, 2.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Claremont: Mr. Appliance of Rancho Cucamonga (6.9 miles away, based in Rancho Cucamonga, 4.8 stars from 867 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ERA Service Appliance repair (7.0 miles away, based in Chino, 5.0 stars from 63 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Ontario, 4.7 stars from 246 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Ontario, 4.6 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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
To prevent siphoning, Whirlpool's instructions limit the drain hose to no more than 8 inches inside a standpipe that is at least 2 inches across and 39 to 96 inches tall, measured from the bottom of the washer. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Claremont, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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?
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 Claremont
Most washer calls in Claremont 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 Claremont
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Claremont, CA
Do you cover Claremont and nearby towns?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Find Your Washer Brand in Claremont
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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 Claremont technician a trip for parts.