A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Lake Elsinore listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lake Elsinore
Within 30 miles of Lake Elsinore there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 6 of them are based in Lake Elsinore itself, and the rest are spread across Murrieta (11), Menifee (6), and Perris (5). Distances run up to about 15 miles. Of those, 15 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Lowl Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 20 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention washers | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 50 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.8, 1.1 |
At the top of the Lake Elsinore list: Lowl Appliance Repair (0.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 93 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Temecula (15.3 miles away, based in Temecula, 4.7 stars from 81 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.1 miles away, based in Temecula, 4.8 stars from 520 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dial Thermador appliance repair (6.8 miles away, based in Perris, 4.8 stars from 10 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Lake Elsinore quote:
- 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Lake Elsinore
Washer calls in Lake Elsinore 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 Lake Elsinore
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Elsinore, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Lake Elsinore technician can then plan for both on one visit.