In Pico Rivera, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Pico Rivera.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Pico Rivera
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Pico Rivera. The rest are spread across Downey (12), Whittier (9), and Montebello (3). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. 13 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is Montebello vacuum repair, about 1.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pico Rivera. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.9, 2.0, 2.1 |
| Mention washers | 14 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
First up for Pico Rivera: Johnnies Appliances (5.1 miles away, based in Downey, 4.7 stars from 390 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Whittier, 4.5 stars from 419 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Montebello, 4.6 stars from 207 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Bob's Appliance (4.3 miles away, based in Whittier, 4.3 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Pico Rivera quote:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- 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?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Pico Rivera Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Pico Rivera 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 Pico Rivera
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Pico Rivera, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
Do you cover Pico Rivera and nearby towns?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Pico Rivera technician gets at the parts.