A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Rancho Palos Verdes and the Los Angeles County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Rancho Palos Verdes. 3 list an address in Rancho Palos Verdes, and other nearby bases include Torrance (16), Redondo Beach (5), and Carson (4). Prime Appliance Repair Palos Verdes Peninsula is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Rancho Palos Verdes. 6 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.0, 2.1 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
| Mention washers | 7 |
Closest matches for Rancho Palos Verdes: Johnnies Appliances (12.4 miles away, based in Signal Hill, 4.9 stars from 254 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.5 stars from 332 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Carson, 4.6 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); The Haus Appliances (8.3 miles away, based in Torrance, 4.7 stars from 202 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- 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?
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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Rancho Palos Verdes
Washer calls in Rancho Palos Verdes 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Rancho Palos Verdes
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Which areas near Rancho Palos Verdes do these technicians cover?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Rancho Palos Verdes
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Rancho Palos Verdes technician gets at the parts.