A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Ripon listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Ripon
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Ripon. 1 list an address in Ripon, and other nearby bases include Modesto (16), Tracy (8), and Stockton (5). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. Of those, 7 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Ramiro's Appliances is the nearest, roughly 1.1 miles from Ripon. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 27 businesses.
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| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 4.2, 5.7 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 57 |
At the top of the Ripon list: Sears Appliance Repair (17.9 miles away, based in Tracy, 4.5 stars from 227 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 128 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Meno's Appliances (8.5 miles away, based in Modesto, 4.2 stars from 87 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Perfix Appliance Repair (20.5 miles away, based in Stockton, 4.3 stars from 33 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- 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 Ripon quote:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Any error code on the display
Around Ripon
Washer calls in Ripon 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 Ripon
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Ripon, CA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do you cover Ripon and nearby towns?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Ripon technician gets at the parts.