When a washer quits in Rohnert Park, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Rohnert Park, CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Rohnert Park. 3 list an address in Rohnert Park, and the rest are spread across San Rafael (10), Santa Rosa (7), and Novato (5). 8 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Restaurant Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Rohnert Park. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 26 businesses.
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.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 50 |
At the top of the Rohnert Park list: Kelly's Appliance Center (1.1 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews); TeeVax Home Appliance & Kitchen Center (6.4 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.3 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixWell Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 100 reviews).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
The Usual Washer Culprits in Rohnert Park
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Rohnert Park
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not filling with water.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Rohnert Park, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Rohnert Park, CA
Most washer calls in Rohnert Park 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).
Questions to Ask a Rohnert Park Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Rohnert Park, CA
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Do you cover Rohnert Park and nearby towns?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
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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 Rohnert Park technician a trip for parts.