Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. Below are the companies within reach of Los Angeles, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Washers Near Los Angeles
Within 30 miles of Los Angeles there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 8 list an address in Los Angeles, and the rest are spread across Beverly Hills (13), West Hollywood (12), and Valley Village (3). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. 17 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Fusion Appliance Repair West is the nearest, roughly 1.9 miles from Los Angeles. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 34 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Los Angeles. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 36 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 3 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 2.1, 2.2 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 28 |
The leading options for Los Angeles are SoCal Appliance Repair Pros (2.7 miles away, based in Beverly Hills, 4.9 stars from 263 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ASA Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in West Hollywood, 5.0 stars from 173 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Signature Viking & Thermador Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in West Hollywood, 5.0 stars from 12 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Akaya Appliance LG & Samsung Repair Service. (3.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 48 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
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 Los Angeles
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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 Los Angeles
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), which supplies Los Angeles, reports hardness of varies by area and source blend: about 124-137 mg/L (moderately hard) for LA Aqueduct filtration plant water, rising to roughly 300 mg/L (very hard) where Metropolitan Water District Colorado River supplies or local groundwater are used, as in parts of eastern LA and the Harbor area. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: LADWP Drinking Water Quality Report (2015, Table III)
Los Angeles protects more than 30 neighborhoods as Historic Preservation Overlay Zones (local historic districts), mostly residential, where exterior changes and additions go through design review; Angelino Heights was the first, designated in 1983. Source: LA City Planning: Info Brief About the HPOZ Program
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 Angeles Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- 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?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Los Angeles, CA
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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 Los Angeles technician a trip for parts.