Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. The San Francisco list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving San Francisco, CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of San Francisco. 36 list an address in San Francisco, and the rest are spread across Daly City (4). The farthest listed company is about 4 miles out. Of those, 11 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: Sub-Zero Appliance Experts, around 0.2 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Francisco. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.2, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
Closest matches for San Francisco: All State Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SGS Appliance Repair, INC (3.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 79 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Prime Fix Appliances Repair (3.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (1.8 miles away, 4.9 stars from 17 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in San Francisco
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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 San Francisco, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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.
Around San Francisco
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC), which supplies San Francisco, reports hardness of 9.1-49 ppm as CaCO3, average 32 ppm (soft). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: SFPUC 2022 Water Quality Report (San Francisco)
San Francisco's designated local landmark districts include residential areas such as Alamo Square and Liberty Hill, known for Victorian and Edwardian houses and flats. Source: SF Planning - Existing Local Landmark Districts
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 San Francisco
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: San Francisco, CA
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Why is there water left in my washer?
Why does my washer shake or walk across the floor?
Why won't my washer spin?
Washer Repair by Brand in San Francisco
Washing Machine Repair Near San Francisco
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 San Francisco technician a trip for parts.