In San Francisco, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. We sort the San Francisco listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near San Francisco
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of San Francisco. 36 list an address in San Francisco, and other nearby bases include Daly City (4). Distances run up to about 4 miles. Nearest on the list: Sub-Zero Appliance Experts, around 0.2 miles out. Of those, 12 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from San Francisco. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.2, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
Closest matches for San Francisco: Prime Fix Appliances Repair (3.1 miles away, 5.0 stars from 281 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All State Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, 4.9 stars from 181 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixWell Appliance Repair (0.4 miles away, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews); Atech Appliance Repair (2.9 miles away, 4.6 stars from 92 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a San Francisco quote:
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 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?
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for San Francisco, CA
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC), which supplies San Francisco, reports hardness of 9.1-49 ppm as CaCO3, average 32 ppm (soft). Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: SFPUC 2022 Water Quality Report (San Francisco)
San Francisco's designated local landmark districts include residential areas such as Alamo Square and Liberty Hill, known for Victorian and Edwardian houses and flats. Source: SF Planning - Existing Local Landmark Districts
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).
Questions to Ask a San Francisco Technician
- 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?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: San Francisco, CA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Which areas near San Francisco do these technicians cover?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near San Francisco
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the San Francisco technician gets at the parts.