When a washer quits in Gardena, 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. The Gardena list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Gardena
40 repair companies serve Gardena from within 30 miles. 6 list an address in Gardena, and other nearby bases include Inglewood (9), Torrance (8), and Hawthorne (4). Of those, 4 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The closest is South Bay Appliances, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 32 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 | 45 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Mention washer work | 6 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.6, 0.8 |
At the top of the Gardena list: Wizard Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 162 reviews); The Haus Appliances (2.1 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.7 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); JennAir Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.7 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Carson, 4.6 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
The Usual Washer Culprits in Gardena
What Gets Fixed on a Gardena Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Gardena, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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.
Local Notes for Gardena
Most washer calls in Gardena 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 Gardena
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Gardena, CA
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Do you cover Gardena and nearby towns?
Washer Repair by Brand in Gardena
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Before you call a Gardena 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.