In Placerville, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Placerville and the El Dorado County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Placerville
40 repair companies serve Placerville from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Placerville itself, and other nearby bases include Folsom (15), Auburn (9), and El Dorado Hills (5). The farthest listed company is about 23 miles out. 3 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Bowmans Appliance Repair, around 8.2 miles out. Across 27 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Placerville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 3 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 8.2, 10.6, 11.1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
Closest matches for Placerville: Appliance Repair Rus.co (26.6 miles away, based in Rocklin, 4.6 stars from 62 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Best Appliance (25.6 miles away, based in Citrus Heights, 4.5 stars from 230 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Auburn, 4.7 stars from 210 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Storm Appliance Repair (26.3 miles away, based in Roseville, 5.0 stars from 7 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Placerville
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Placerville quote:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- 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?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Placerville Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Placerville 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 Placerville Technician
- 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: Placerville, CA
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Placerville technician gets at the parts.