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. The Los Alamitos list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Los Alamitos
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Los Alamitos. 1 of them are based in Los Alamitos itself, and the rest are spread across Long Beach (8), Hawaiian Gardens (4), and Buena Park (4). Distances run up to about 6 miles. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Alpha Appliance Repair Los Alamitos, around 0.8 miles out. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.0, 1.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
At the top of the Los Alamitos list: Mr. Appliance of Huntington Beach (6.2 miles away, based in Huntington Beach, 4.7 stars from 179 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Paradise Appliance Service (1.0 miles away, based in Cypress, 4.5 stars from 3,488 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Cerritos, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SP Appliance (2.5 miles away, based in Hawaiian Gardens, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
The Usual Washer Culprits in Los Alamitos
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
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:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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 Los Alamitos
Most washer calls in Los Alamitos 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).
Questions to Ask a Los Alamitos Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Los Alamitos, CA
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Before you call a Los Alamitos 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.