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 Paramount list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Paramount, CA
40 repair companies serve Paramount from within 30 miles. 1 list an address in Paramount, and other nearby bases include Downey (11), Long Beach (5), and South Gate (5). The closest is ARS Enterprises INC, about 0.4 miles away. Of those, 8 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Paramount. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.6, 1.7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Paramount: Sears Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Cerritos, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Aspeco Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Bellflower, 4.9 stars from 71 reviews); Perez Appliance and Plumbing Repair (3.8 miles away, based in South Gate, 4.5 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SP Appliance (7.0 miles away, based in Hawaiian Gardens, 4.8 stars from 122 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
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
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Paramount, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit 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 Paramount
Most washer calls in Paramount 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 Paramount
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Paramount, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Paramount
Washing Machine Repair Near Paramount
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 Paramount technician a trip for parts.