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. The Magalia list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Magalia, CA
Our data shows 17 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Magalia. Other nearby bases include Chico (4), Oroville (3), and Red Bluff (3). 8 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 12.2 miles from Magalia. Across 15 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Magalia is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 10 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 12.2, 12.3, 14.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
Closest matches for Magalia: Sears Appliance Repair (12.2 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 185 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Northern Valley Appliance Services- Since 1957 (14.0 miles away, based in Chico, 4.6 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-1 Appliance (22.2 miles away, based in Oroville, 4.7 stars from 193 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Chico Appliance Repair. (12.3 miles away, based in Chico, 4.4 stars from 10 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Magalia Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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
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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Magalia, CA
Most washer calls in Magalia 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 Magalia
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Magalia faster and cheaper.