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 Hawaiian Beaches and the Hawaii County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Local Washing Machine Repair in Hawaiian Beaches, HI
We found 8 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Hawaiian Beaches. Other nearby bases include Hilo (4), Pāhoa (2), and Keaau (1). Distances run up to about 15 miles. 3 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Tiki Appliance is the nearest, roughly 3.5 miles from Hawaiian Beaches. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 8 businesses. Hawaiian Beaches is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hawaiian Beaches. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.5, 3.8, 3.9 |
| Mention washer work | 3 |
The leading options for Hawaiian Beaches are Sears Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Hilo, 4.4 stars from 712 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Quality Appliance Repair & Services LLC (3.8 miles away, based in Pāhoa, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews); Enterprises Appliance (7.4 miles away, based in Kurtistown, 2.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Tiki Appliance (3.5 miles away, based in Pāhoa, 4.5 stars from 33 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Why Washing Machines Break Down
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or washer not filling with water.
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 Hawaiian Beaches, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Hawaiian Beaches, HI
Most washer calls in Hawaiian Beaches 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).
Before You Book in Hawaiian Beaches
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Hawaiian Beaches, HI
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Hawaiian Beaches faster and cheaper.