When a washer quits in Lake Los Angeles, 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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Lake Los Angeles and the Los Angeles County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Lake Los Angeles
21 repair companies serve Lake Los Angeles from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Lancaster (7), Palmdale (6), and Victorville (4). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. The closest is J&H appliances repair Inc DBA eduardo's appliance repair service., about 12.3 miles away. 5 list washing machine or washer work specifically. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.1 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Los Angeles. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 12.3, 14.8, 14.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 16 |
At the top of the Lake Los Angeles list: Sears Appliance Repair (18.3 miles away, based in Palmdale, 4.7 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Victorville Appliance Repair (27.3 miles away, based in Victorville, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); Palmdale Appliance Techs (14.8 miles away, based in Palmdale, 1.0 stars from 1 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Allen & Sons Appliance (19.4 miles away, based in Palmdale, 3.0 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning 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
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
Avoid installing a washer on carpet or loose plywood, and keep leveling legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
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:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$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?
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 Lake Los Angeles
Most washer calls in Lake Los Angeles 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 Lake Los Angeles
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lake Los Angeles, CA
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Washer Repair by Brand in Lake Los Angeles
Washing Machine Repair Near Lake Los Angeles
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Lake Los Angeles faster and cheaper.