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 Waianae and the Honolulu County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washer Technicians Serving Waianae, HI
We found 39 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Waianae. 1 list an address in Waianae, and other nearby bases include Honolulu (19), Waipahu (3), and Aiea (3). Nearest on the list: Makaha Appliance Repair, around 1.9 miles out. 7 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 3.9 stars.
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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.9, 9.1, 9.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 39 |
Closest matches for Waianae: Sears Appliance Repair (23.9 miles away, based in Kaneohe, 4.8 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fuse Hawai'i (11.8 miles away, based in Waipahu, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.3 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.6 stars from 341 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Aiea, 4.2 stars from 760 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Why Washing Machines Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Waianae Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer smells like mildew or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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.
Around Waianae
Most washer calls in Waianae 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).
Questions to Ask a Waianae Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Waianae, HI
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Before you call a Waianae 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.