Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Santa Monica and the Los Angeles County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Santa Monica
40 repair companies serve Santa Monica from within 30 miles. 13 list an address in Santa Monica, and the rest are spread across Los Angeles (9), Beverly Hills (8), and Culver City (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Everest Tower Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Santa Monica. 8 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.9 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.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 16 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
Closest matches for Santa Monica: WEST APPLIANCE SERVICE (5.3 miles away, based in Playa Del Rey, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SoCal Appliance Repair Pros (6.2 miles away, based in Beverly Hills, 4.9 stars from 263 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 209 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Why Dryers Break Down
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Santa Monica
Check the Vent Before You Call
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Local Notes for Santa Monica
Most dryer calls in Santa Monica come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
California requires businesses that repair major home appliances such as refrigerators, ranges, dishwashers, washers and dryers for pay to register with the Bureau of Household Goods and Services as Major Home Appliance Service Dealers, including out-of-state providers serving California customers. Source: Application for Registration (Electronic and Appliance Repair Dealers) - Bureau of Household Goods and Services
In California, you can check a license with the CSLB Check a License or report a problem to the California Attorney General, Public Inquiry Unit (consumer complaint against a business).
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Santa Monica
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Santa Monica, CA
Is my dryer worth fixing?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is there anything I can try first?
Find Your Dryer Brand in Santa Monica
Dryer Repair Near Santa Monica
Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Santa Monica technician a trip for parts.