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 San Bruno list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Local Washing Machine Repair in San Bruno, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of San Bruno. 5 list an address in San Bruno, and the rest are spread across Burlingame (12), South San Francisco (8), and Daly City (8). Of those, 9 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Smart Appliances Corp., around 0.4 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Bruno. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 11 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 1.1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the San Bruno list: Commercial Home Products (6.6 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Burlingame, 4.7 stars from 141 reviews); UsProRepair (2.8 miles away, based in Millbrae, 5.0 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Triton Appliance repair (2.9 miles away, based in South San Francisco, 4.8 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- An error code on the display
The Usual Washer Culprits in San Bruno
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in San Bruno
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in San Bruno
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:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
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.
Local Notes for San Bruno
Most washer calls in San Bruno 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 San Bruno Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: San Bruno, CA
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in San Bruno faster and cheaper.