Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Pasadena and the Los Angeles County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Pasadena
Within 30 miles of Pasadena there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 20 list an address in Pasadena, and the rest are spread across South Pasadena (4), San Marino (3), and La Cañada Flintridge (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Nearest on the list: Pasadena Emergency Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. 4 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 1.0, 1.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
First up for Pasadena: A&Y Appliances (6.7 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 512 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RepairBest Appliance Services (2.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A+ Appliance Repair and Maintenance (1.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.0 miles away, 4.3 stars from 708 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Pasadena
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not spinning.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Whirlpool recommends replacing washer fill hoses every five years to lower the risk of a hose failing and leaking. Source: Whirlpool - Washing Machine Fill Hoses
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Pasadena, CA
Most washer calls in Pasadena 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).
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Pasadena
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Pasadena, CA
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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Should I repair or replace my washer?
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Find Your Washer Brand in Pasadena
Washing Machine Repair Near Pasadena
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 Pasadena technician a trip for parts.