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 Gardena and the Los Angeles County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Gardena
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Gardena. 6 of them are based in Gardena itself, and other nearby bases include Inglewood (9), Torrance (8), and Hawthorne (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is South Bay Appliances, about 0.4 miles away. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Gardena. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.6, 0.8 |
| Mention washers | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
First up for Gardena: Sears Appliance Repair (5.3 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.5 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Haus Appliances (2.1 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.7 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.2 miles away, based in Carson, 4.6 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wizard Appliance Repair (0.8 miles away, 4.8 stars from 162 reviews).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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 Gardena
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Gardena Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Gardena 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 Gardena Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Gardena, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why won't my washer drain?
Other Dryer Repair in Gardena
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Gardena
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Gardena technician gets at the parts.