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 Hollister and the San Benito County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Hollister
Within 30 miles of Hollister there are 21 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Hollister, and other nearby bases include Salinas (8), Watsonville (5), and Gilroy (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. Jose's Appliance is the nearest, roughly 0.1 miles from Hollister. 4 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 17 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hollister. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 4 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 21 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 15 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.1, 1.1, 15.2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 4 |
The leading options for Hollister are Sears Appliance Repair (15.2 miles away, based in Gilroy, 4.7 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (17.4 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.7 stars from 338 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Baker Brothers Furniture & Appliance (20.3 miles away, based in Watsonville, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.5 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.6 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Hollister
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Hollister quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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.
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
- Any error code on the display
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for Hollister
Washer calls in Hollister 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 Hollister
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hollister, CA
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hollister
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Hollister technician can then plan for both on one visit.