Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Santa Clarita list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Repairs Washers Near Santa Clarita
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Santa Clarita. 13 list an address in Santa Clarita, and other nearby bases include San Fernando (6), Newhall (3), and Canyon Country (3). Distances run up to about 11 miles. Nearest on the list: Universal Appliance Repair, around 0.5 miles out. 4 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 35 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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 53 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.9, 1.1 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
The leading options for Santa Clarita are ABS Appliance Repair LG & Thermador (15.1 miles away, based in Van Nuys, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); West Coast Chief Repair (17.0 miles away, based in Burbank, 4.8 stars from 927 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Service Electrical, HVAC & Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Stevenson Ranch, 4.9 stars from 16 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Santa Clarita Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.7 stars from 60 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
Turn off the water supply valves before disconnecting or reconnecting the washer's fill hoses. Source: Electrolux - Front loading washer Error Code HO SE reversed hose detection
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 Santa Clarita
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Local Notes for Santa Clarita
Most washer calls in Santa Clarita 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).
Before You Book in Santa Clarita
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Santa Clarita, CA
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Is there anything I can try first?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Santa Clarita
Washing Machine Repair Near Santa Clarita
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 Santa Clarita technician a trip for parts.