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 Petaluma listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Petaluma
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Petaluma. 1 list an address in Petaluma, and other nearby bases include San Rafael (10), Santa Rosa (7), and Novato (5). The farthest listed company is about 22 miles out. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is AFFORDABLE APPLIANCE REPAIR, LLC, about 1.0 miles away. Across 26 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Petaluma. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 7.5, 8.4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
Closest matches for Petaluma: TeeVax Home Appliance & Kitchen Center (14.5 miles away, based in Santa Rosa, 4.6 stars from 216 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Richmond, 4.6 stars from 489 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Kelly's Appliance Center (8.4 miles away, based in Cotati, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews); Appliance King (15.7 miles away, based in San Rafael, 4.6 stars from 20 reviews).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Petaluma quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine 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.
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Petaluma
Washer calls in Petaluma 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Petaluma
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Petaluma, CA
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
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 Petaluma technician gets at the parts.