In Exeter, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. We sort the Exeter listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Exeter
Within 30 miles of Exeter there are 17 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Visalia (5), Porterville (5), and Hanford (4). The closest is Frank’s Appliance, about 7.1 miles away. Of those, 4 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 15 businesses.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 17 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.1, 8.1, 8.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
| Mention washers | 4 |
The leading options for Exeter are Sears Appliance Repair (9.5 miles away, based in Visalia, 4.1 stars from 291 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.8 miles away, based in Porterville, 4.3 stars from 57 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (29.3 miles away, based in Hanford, 4.1 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Emerald Appliance Repair (26.8 miles away, based in Corcoran, 4.9 stars from 87 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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 Exeter quote:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Exeter
Washer calls in Exeter 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).
Questions to Ask a Exeter Technician
- 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?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Exeter, CA
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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 Exeter technician can then plan for both on one visit.