In Lakewood, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Lakewood.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lakewood
40 repair companies serve Lakewood from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Lakewood itself, and the rest are spread across Long Beach (15), Hawaiian Gardens (4), and Cerritos (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. 8 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Local Appliance Repair Service in Lakewood, around 0.6 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 45 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 11 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.9, 2.0 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for Lakewood: Johnnies Appliances (4.3 miles away, based in Signal Hill, 4.9 stars from 254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Johnnies Appliances (6.1 miles away, based in Downey, 4.7 stars from 390 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, based in Cerritos, 4.7 stars from 354 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Paradise Appliance Service (4.9 miles away, based in Cypress, 4.5 stars from 3,488 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
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.
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:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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 (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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Lakewood
Washer calls in Lakewood 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).
Questions to Ask a Lakewood Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lakewood, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Which areas near Lakewood do these technicians cover?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lakewood
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Lakewood technician gets at the parts.