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 Wailea and the Maui County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Wailea
5 repair companies serve Wailea from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Lahaina (2), Makawao (1), and Wailuku (1). Distances run up to about 26 miles. The closest is Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC, about 10.7 miles away. Of those, 1 mentions washing machine or washer work by name. Across 3 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Wailea is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wailea. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 10.7, 12.8, 14.1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 5 |
The leading options for Wailea are Sears Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (20.9 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (10.7 miles away, based in Makawao, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); almost anything (12.8 miles away, based in Wailuku).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Wailea
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Before Anyone Touches the Washer
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
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
Set the washer on a solid floor with no more than about 1 inch of slope under the cabinet, adjust the leveling feet, and tighten the locknuts against the cabinet; loose locknuts can cause vibration. 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?
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
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 Wailea, HI
Most washer calls in Wailea 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 Wailea
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Wailea, HI
Is my washing machine worth fixing?
Why is my washer leaking?
Do you cover Wailea and nearby towns?
Washer Repair by Brand in Wailea
Washing Machine Repair Near Wailea
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 Wailea technician a trip for parts.