Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Los Osos.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Los Osos, CA
Our data shows 21 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Los Osos. 1 list an address in Los Osos, and other nearby bases include Santa Maria (7), San Luis Obispo (4), and Lompoc (4). Of those, 9 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is The Best Appliance Guy, about 0.4 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 19 businesses. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Los Osos is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Los Osos. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 15 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 21 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 8 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 8.2, 9.0 |
First up for Los Osos: Sears Appliance Repair (15.5 miles away, based in Atascadero, 4.6 stars from 241 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Idler's Home (20.4 miles away, based in Paso Robles, 4.6 stars from 319 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Best Appliance Guy (0.4 miles away, 2.3 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in San Luis Obispo, 4.4 stars from 88 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
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?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
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.
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
- 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 Los Osos
Washer calls in Los Osos 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 Los Osos
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Los Osos, CA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Why won't my washer drain?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Other Dryer Repair in Los Osos
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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 Los Osos technician can then plan for both on one visit.