When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Albany.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Albany
40 repair companies serve Albany from within 30 miles. 3 of them are based in Albany itself, and the rest are spread across Oakland (12), Berkeley (9), and Richmond (7). Of those, 4 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Pacific Standard Service is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Albany. The 27 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.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 0.6, 0.7 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Mention washers | 5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
Closest matches for Albany: Prime Fix Appliances Repair (9.0 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All State Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast Help Appliance Repair (2.2 miles away, based in Berkeley, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
Before the Visit
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Albany
Washer calls in Albany most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
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 Albany
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Albany, CA
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Albany
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Albany technician can then plan for both on one visit.