A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near El Centro.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near El Centro
Within 60 miles of El Centro there are 7 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in El Centro, and the rest are spread across San Luis (2), Yuma (2), and Calexico (1). 3 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 2.4 miles out. The 5 rated companies in range average 4.2 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether El Centro is inside its regular service area.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 3 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.4, 8.3, 49.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 2 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 7 |
The leading options for El Centro are Sears Appliance Repair (2.4 miles away, 4.6 stars from 215 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Solutions (53.2 miles away, based in Yuma, 4.5 stars from 72 reviews); Appliance Pros Yuma (51.2 miles away, based in Somerton, 3.4 stars from 69 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wyatt Appliance Repairs Co (8.3 miles away, based in Calexico, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Washer Problems Technicians See in El Centro
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in El Centro
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a El Centro quote:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for El Centro
Washer calls in El Centro 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
Before You Book in El Centro
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: El Centro, CA
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Do you cover El Centro and nearby towns?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near El Centro
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the El Centro technician gets at the parts.