Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. The companies below serve Apple Valley and the San Bernardino County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Apple Valley
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Apple Valley. 5 list an address in Apple Valley, and other nearby bases include San Bernardino (11), Victorville (7), and Hesperia (7). The farthest listed company is about 30 miles out. Appliance Repair Inc is the nearest, roughly 2.5 miles from Apple Valley. 7 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 27 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 42 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.5, 2.6, 4.0 |
| Mention washers | 7 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
At the top of the Apple Valley list: Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 132 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Hesperia, 4.6 stars from 208 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Victorville Appliance Repair (8.8 miles away, based in Victorville, 4.9 stars from 40 reviews); Family Appliance Repair (28.6 miles away, based in Highland, 4.7 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
And on the Dryer Side
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Apple Valley quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - 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.
Have These Handy
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Around Apple Valley
Washer calls in Apple Valley 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
Gas piping, gas appliance connections and gas safety devices fall within the C-36 Plumbing Contractor classification licensed by the Contractors State License Board. Source: C-36 - Plumbing Contractor, Licensing Classifications Detail - CSLB
Questions to Ask a Apple Valley Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Apple Valley, CA
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Apple Valley technician gets at the parts.