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 Pasadena listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Pasadena
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Pasadena. 20 of them are based in Pasadena itself, and other nearby bases include South Pasadena (4), San Marino (3), and La Cañada Flintridge (3). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. 4 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Pasadena Emergency Appliance Repair, around 0.2 miles out. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 1.0, 1.1 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
First up for Pasadena: RepairBest Appliance Services (2.7 miles away, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&Y Appliances (6.7 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 512 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CR Appliance Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.7 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); G and R Appliance Repair LLC (6.0 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 94 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
The Dryer Half of the Visit
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:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Pasadena
Washer calls in Pasadena 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 Pasadena Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Pasadena, CA
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Pasadena
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Pasadena technician gets at the parts.