Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Fairfax.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Fairfax, CA
40 repair companies serve Fairfax from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include San Rafael (10), Richmond (7), and Novato (5). Distances run up to about 16 miles. The closest is Jim's Repair Service, about 2.0 miles away. 10 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 22 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.0, 2.6, 2.6 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 13 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Fairfax: All State Appliance Repair (15.7 miles away, based in San Francisco, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance King (2.6 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.6 stars from 20 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.5 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UniFix Appliance Repair (3.8 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Fairfax
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Fairfax quote:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- 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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Fairfax Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Fairfax 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 Fairfax Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fairfax, CA
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Fairfax technician gets at the parts.