When a washer quits in Simi Valley, 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 Simi Valley, CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Simi Valley. 7 of them are based in Simi Valley itself, and other nearby bases include Thousand Oaks (11), Oak Park (4), and Agoura Hills (4). Distances run up to about 9 miles. 4 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is US Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Simi Valley. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Simi Valley: Thousand Oaks Appliance Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Agoura Hills, 4.8 stars from 100 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Coastal fix appliance repair (9.9 miles away, based in Calabasas, 5.0 stars from 14 reviews); Woodland Hills Appliance Repair (10.7 miles away, based in Woodland Hills, 4.7 stars from 79 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.5 miles away, based in Thousand Oaks, 4.7 stars from 255 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
The Usual Washer Culprits in Simi Valley
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not spinning.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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 Simi Valley
Most washer calls in Simi Valley 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).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Simi Valley
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- 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: Simi Valley, CA
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Is there anything I can try first?
What does a washer repair usually cost?
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Before you call a Simi Valley 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.