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. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving San Fernando and the Los Angeles County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near San Fernando
Within 30 miles of San Fernando there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 list an address in San Fernando, and the rest are spread across Sylmar (3), Mission Hills (3), and Granada Hills (3). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Marconi Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from San Fernando. The 37 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.5, 0.8 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 52 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
Closest matches for San Fernando: Lex Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Encino, 5.0 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Appliance Repair LG & Thermador (6.1 miles away, based in Van Nuys, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); West Coast Chief Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Burbank, 4.8 stars from 927 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Burbank Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Burbank, 4.6 stars from 123 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer smells like mildew.
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
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in San Fernando
Before replacing a washer in San Fernando, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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 Fernando
Most washer calls in San Fernando 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 Fernando Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: San Fernando, CA
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why is there water left in my washer?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, San Fernando
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Before you call a San Fernando 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.