A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Cambria and the San Luis Obispo County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Cambria
17 repair companies serve Cambria from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Santa Maria (7), San Luis Obispo (4), and Paso Robles (2). Distances run up to about 58 miles. 8 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Idler's Home is the nearest, roughly 21.8 miles from Cambria. The 15 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Cambria is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 21.8, 22.0, 22.8 |
| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
The leading options for Cambria are Idler's Home (21.8 miles away, based in Paso Robles, 4.6 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.8 miles away, based in Atascadero, 4.6 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Best Appliance Guy (22.0 miles away, based in Los Osos, 2.3 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (30.6 miles away, based in San Luis Obispo, 4.4 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Cambria 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?
- 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Cambria
Washer calls in Cambria 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).
Before You Book in Cambria
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cambria, CA
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why won't my washer drain?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Cambria technician can then plan for both on one visit.