A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Foster City and the San Mateo County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Foster City, CA
Within 30 miles of Foster City there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 5 list an address in Foster City, and other nearby bases include San Mateo (17), Belmont (7), and San Carlos (7). Nearest on the list: REPIX Appliances & Repair, Heating & Air Conditioning/HVAC, around 0.0 miles out. 5 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 29 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Foster City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.0, 0.5, 0.6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
Closest matches for Foster City: Commercial Home Products (3.8 miles away, based in San Mateo, 5.0 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Delta High End Appliance Repair (2.3 miles away, based in San Mateo, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Burlingame, 4.7 stars from 141 reviews); UsProRepair (7.5 miles away, based in Millbrae, 5.0 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What a Washer Repair Involves
And on the Dryer Side
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 Foster City
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Foster City quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Foster City, CA
Washer calls in Foster City 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Foster City
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Foster City, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Which areas near Foster City do these technicians cover?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Foster City
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Foster City technician gets at the parts.