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 Exeter and the Tulare County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Exeter
Within 30 miles of Exeter there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Visalia (5), Porterville (5), and Hanford (4). 4 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Frank’s Appliance, around 7.1 miles out. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.3 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 17 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.1, 8.1, 8.2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Exeter: Emerald Appliance Repair (26.8 miles away, based in Corcoran, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (17.8 miles away, based in Porterville, 4.3 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.5 miles away, based in Visalia, 4.1 stars from 291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.3 miles away, based in Hanford, 4.1 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
The Usual Washer Culprits in Exeter
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
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
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
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 Exeter
Most washer calls in Exeter 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).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Exeter
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Exeter, CA
Why won't my washer drain?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Do you cover Exeter and nearby towns?
How much does washing machine repair cost in Exeter?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Exeter
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Before you call a Exeter 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.