When a washer quits in Fullerton, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. 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.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Fullerton, CA
40 repair companies serve Fullerton from within 30 miles. 9 of them are based in Fullerton itself, and other nearby bases include Anaheim (10), Placentia (8), and Brea (5). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Revilect is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Fullerton. 3 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fullerton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Mention washer work | 7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Fullerton list: Sears Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in City of Industry, 4.7 stars from 429 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Paradise Appliance Service (8.7 miles away, based in Cypress, 4.5 stars from 3,488 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Whittier, 4.5 stars from 419 reviews, lists Saturday hours); D&V Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Orange, 4.3 stars from 290 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not draining.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
Around Fullerton
Most washer calls in Fullerton 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 Fullerton
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Fullerton, CA
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Fullerton
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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 Fullerton technician a trip for parts.