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. We sort the Hercules listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Hercules
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hercules. 1 of them are based in Hercules itself, and other nearby bases include Vallejo (15), Richmond (8), and El Cerrito (4). Nearest on the list: Titan Hercules Appliance Repair, around 1.8 miles out. 1 of them mentions washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 16 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.8, 2.1, 2.1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 11 |
| Mention washers | 3 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Hercules: Sears Appliance Repair (4.3 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in Concord, 4.3 stars from 540 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast Help Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Berkeley, 5.0 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Zuta Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Berkeley, 4.8 stars from 186 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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.
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
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Hercules
Washer calls in Hercules 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).
Before You Book in Hercules
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hercules, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why won't my washer drain?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Hercules technician gets at the parts.