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. 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.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Corte Madera
40 repair companies serve Corte Madera from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Corte Madera, and the rest are spread across San Rafael (10), San Francisco (9), and Richmond (6). Distances run up to about 11 miles. 10 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Appliance Solutions & Service Corte Madera, around 0.3 miles out. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.5, 1.7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Corte Madera: All State Appliance Repair (10.1 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixWell Appliance Repair (3.5 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 100 reviews); SGS Appliance Repair, INC (10.3 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 79 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Corte Madera
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
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.
Local Notes for Corte Madera
Most washer calls in Corte Madera 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 Corte Madera
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Corte Madera, CA
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Washing Machine Repair Near Corte Madera
Before you call a Corte Madera 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.