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. The companies below serve Foothill Farms and the Sacramento County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Foothill Farms
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Foothill Farms. Other nearby bases include Citrus Heights (12), Sacramento (8), and Carmichael (6). Nearest on the list: Foothill Elite Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Foothill Farms. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 47 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 1.4, 1.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Mention washers | 12 |
Closest matches for Foothill Farms: ZR Master Appliance Repair LLC (2.1 miles away, based in North Highlands, 4.9 stars from 265 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Appliance (4.3 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 4.5 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); River City Appliance Repair & Part Sales (5.3 miles away, based in Sacramento, 4.6 stars from 159 reviews); Expert repair company (4.1 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 5.0 stars from 74 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Foothill Farms, CA
Washer calls in Foothill Farms 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 Foothill Farms
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Foothill Farms, CA
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Foothill Farms technician gets at the parts.