A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Berkeley listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Berkeley
Within 30 miles of Berkeley there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 9 of them are based in Berkeley itself, and other nearby bases include Oakland (18), El Cerrito (4), and Albany (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Nearest on the list: Berkeley Appliance Repair Technologies, around 0.1 miles out. 4 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
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| Mention washers | 5 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 0.3, 0.4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
First up for Berkeley: Prime Fix Appliances Repair (9.1 miles away, based in San Francisco, 5.0 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast Help Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zuta Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What a Washer Repair Involves
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Berkeley, CA
Washer calls in Berkeley 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Berkeley
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Berkeley, CA
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Berkeley technician gets at the parts.