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. Below are the companies within reach of Aiea, sorted by how closely they match washing machine work, then by distance and public ratings.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Aiea
Our data shows 39 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Aiea. 3 of them are based in Aiea itself, and other nearby bases include Honolulu (19), Waipahu (3), and Kaneohe (3). The farthest listed company is about 19 miles out. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Hobart Service is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Aiea. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 39 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.1, 1.2, 1.5 |
At the top of the Aiea list: Sears Appliance Repair (7.9 miles away, based in Kaneohe, 4.8 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.6 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.2 miles away, 4.2 stars from 760 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Hawai'i (5.3 miles away, based in Waipahu, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- 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 Aiea
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
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.
What Washer Repair Costs in Aiea
Before replacing a washer in Aiea, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Aiea
Most washer calls in Aiea 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.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Aiea
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
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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 Aiea technician a trip for parts.