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 Sobrante.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near El Sobrante
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of El Sobrante. Other nearby bases include Riverside (22), Corona (8), and Norco (3). Distances run up to about 13 miles. Nearest on the list: Clayton Appliance & Repairs Help, around 2.6 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| Mention washers | 15 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.6, 2.7, 3.4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
First up for El Sobrante: Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Riverside, 4.7 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Riverside, 4.7 stars from 196 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Corona, 4.5 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (7.3 miles away, based in Riverside, 4.7 stars from 78 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a El Sobrante quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
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
- Any error code on the display
Local Notes for El Sobrante
Washer calls in El Sobrante 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 El Sobrante Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: El Sobrante, CA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why won't my washer drain?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Other Dryer Repair in El Sobrante
Washer & Dryer Repair Near El Sobrante
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A El Sobrante technician can then plan for both on one visit.