Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. 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 Foster City, CA
Within 30 miles of Foster City there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Foster City, and the rest are spread across San Mateo (17), Belmont (7), and San Carlos (7). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. 5 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is REPIX Appliances & Repair, Heating & Air Conditioning/HVAC, about 0.0 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 29 businesses.
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 | 40 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.0, 0.5, 0.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Foster City: Commercial Home Products (3.8 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Burlingame, 4.7 stars from 141 reviews); Delta High End Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UsProRepair (7.5 miles away, based in Millbrae, 5.0 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Foster City
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer smells like mildew.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Foster City
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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 Foster City Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Foster City 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 Foster City
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Foster City, CA
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Why won't my washer spin?
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Before you call a Foster City 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.