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 Oxnard list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Oxnard
Within 30 miles of Oxnard there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 13 of them are based in Oxnard itself, and the rest are spread across Ventura (12), Camarillo (12), and Newbury Park (2). Of those, 3 mention washing machine or washer work by name. The closest is Oxnard Appliance Repair Pros, about 0.2 miles away. The 26 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.5, 0.8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
The leading options for Oxnard are Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Ventura, 4.7 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Thousand Oaks Appliance Repair (22.9 miles away, based in Agoura Hills, 4.8 stars from 100 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Ventura (6.4 miles away, based in Ventura, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.3 miles away, based in Thousand Oaks, 4.7 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not spinning.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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
Keep liquid laundry packets in their original packaging, locked up and out of children's sight and reach, and handle them only with dry hands because water and saliva dissolve the film. Source: CPSC - CPSC and ACCC Warn of Poison Dangers with Liquid Laundry Packets
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Oxnard, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 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 Oxnard
Most washer calls in Oxnard 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 Oxnard
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Oxnard, 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 Oxnard technician a trip for parts.