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 Redding and the Shasta County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Redding
Our data shows 9 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Redding. 4 list an address in Redding, and the rest are spread across Red Bluff (3), Anderson (1), and Shingletown (1). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. 4 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Beacon Appliance Repair and Service is the nearest, roughly 0.2 miles from Redding. Rated companies nearby average 4.2 stars across 8 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Redding is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.1, 1.3 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 9 |
The leading options for Redding are Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 108 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tom's Appliance Service (1.1 miles away, 4.3 stars from 106 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tehama Appliance Repair (23.8 miles away, based in Red Bluff, 3.5 stars from 8 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (28.9 miles away, based in Red Bluff, 4.5 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
What Usually Goes Wrong
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not filling with water.
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
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
Do not make an airtight seal between the drain hose and the standpipe or restrict the hose; standpipe height limits vary by model (Maytag's high-efficiency guide allows 18 to 96 inches). Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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.
Local Notes for Redding
Most washer calls in Redding 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).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Redding
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Redding, CA
What stops a washer from spinning?
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Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why is my washer so loud on the spin cycle?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Redding
Washing Machine Repair Near Redding
Before you call a Redding technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.