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 Laie list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Laie
Within 30 miles of Laie there are 39 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Honolulu (19), Waipahu (3), and Kaneohe (3). Distances run up to about 27 miles. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The closest is Ano Appliances.., about 1.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 3.9 stars across 34 businesses.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 11.8, 11.8 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 24 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 39 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
First up for Laie: Sears Appliance Repair (17.4 miles away, based in Kaneohe, 4.8 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.0 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.6 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Hawai'i (15.9 miles away, based in Waipahu, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.1 miles away, based in Aiea, 4.2 stars from 760 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Laie Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
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
Avoid installing a washer on carpet or loose plywood, and keep leveling legs from extending more than half an inch below the cabinet. Source: Electrolux - Laundry Washers Noises Guide
More: where washer leaks come from.
What Washer Repair Costs in Laie
Before replacing a washer in Laie, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for Laie
Most washer calls in Laie 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 Laie
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Laie, HI
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Before you call a Laie 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.