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 Livingston listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Livingston
Within 30 miles of Livingston there are 31 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Modesto (16), Turlock (4), and Merced (3). The farthest listed company is about 29 miles out. 7 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Turlock Appliance Repair-Parts is the nearest, roughly 4.8 miles from Livingston. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 24 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Listing Saturday hours | 22 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 31 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 7 |
| Mention washers | 7 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.8, 7.0, 9.8 |
The leading options for Livingston are Pro Appliance Inc (16.0 miles away, based in Merced, 4.7 stars from 310 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in Turlock, 4.3 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meno's Appliances (24.6 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (27.5 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Lid or door will not unlock
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Livingston
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Livingston quote:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Livingston
Washer calls in Livingston 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).
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Livingston
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Livingston, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Do you cover Livingston and nearby towns?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Livingston
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Livingston technician gets at the parts.