When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Los Altos listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Los Altos
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Los Altos. 5 list an address in Los Altos, and other nearby bases include Mountain View (17), Sunnyvale (8), and Cupertino (5). Distances run up to about 4 miles. Fixity Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Los Altos. Of those, 4 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 5.0 stars across 25 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.
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 6 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.2, 1.3 |
| Mention washers | 6 |
First up for Los Altos: Your Appliance, Refrigeration & HVAC repair (1.8 miles away, based in Mountain View, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bay Master Appliance (8.3 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.7 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Prime Fix Appliances Repair (1.3 miles away, 5.0 stars from 4 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ZR Master Appliance Repair & HVAC (2.3 miles away, based in Mountain View, 5.0 stars from 19 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
What a Washer Repair Involves
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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 Los Altos quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Los Altos Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Los Altos 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
Questions to Ask a Los Altos Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Los Altos, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Los Altos technician gets at the parts.