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 Joshua Tree and the San Bernardino County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Joshua Tree, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Joshua Tree. 2 of them are based in Joshua Tree itself, and other nearby bases include Palm Springs (11), Palm Desert (11), and Cathedral City (5). SCV Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 5.3 miles from Joshua Tree. 11 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 26 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 5.3, 8.0, 15.7 |
| Mention washers | 12 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 43 |
The leading options for Joshua Tree are Precision Appliance Repair (22.2 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.8 stars from 190 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Rapid Appliance Services (15.8 miles away, based in Desert Hot Springs, 4.7 stars from 29 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Synergy Appliance Repair (26.2 miles away, based in Palm Desert, 5.0 stars from 125 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Multi Appliance Repair - Palm Springs, CA (25.1 miles away, based in Palm Springs, 4.6 stars from 326 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Washer Problems Technicians See in Joshua Tree
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Joshua Tree quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- 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?
- 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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Joshua Tree Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Joshua Tree 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Joshua Tree
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Joshua Tree, CA
Which areas near Joshua Tree do these technicians cover?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Joshua Tree technician gets at the parts.