A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Lafayette.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Lafayette, CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lafayette. 2 list an address in Lafayette, and the rest are spread across Walnut Creek (14), Concord (13), and Pleasant Hill (4). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. 5 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is Ready Lafayette Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lafayette. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.3, 0.3, 2.0 |
|---|---|
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
First up for Lafayette: Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Concord, 4.6 stars from 471 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.0 miles away, based in Concord, 4.3 stars from 540 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ServiceON Appliance Repair & Services (5.4 miles away, based in Pleasant Hill, 4.8 stars from 70 reviews); Kerenza Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Oakland, 4.7 stars from 795 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Lid or door will not unlock
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Lafayette
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 Lafayette
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?
- 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?
- 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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for Lafayette
Washer calls in Lafayette 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 Lafayette
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lafayette, CA
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Lafayette technician gets at the parts.