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. We sort the Pleasure Point listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Pleasure Point, CA
Within 30 miles of Pleasure Point there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Los Gatos (9), Santa Cruz (8), and Watsonville (5). Appliance Repair Technologies Capitola is the nearest, roughly 1.4 miles from Pleasure Point. 2 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention washers | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 44 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 5 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.4, 1.4, 1.6 |
At the top of the Pleasure Point list: Lighthouse Appliance Repair (2.5 miles away, based in Santa Cruz, 5.0 stars from 131 reviews); Baker Brothers Furniture & Appliance (12.2 miles away, based in Watsonville, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.7 miles away, based in Gilroy, 4.7 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (24.4 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.7 stars from 338 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Leaks under or behind the washer
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Pleasure Point quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
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
- 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 Pleasure Point
Washer calls in Pleasure Point 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 Pleasure Point
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Pleasure Point, CA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Pleasure Point technician gets at the parts.