A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near San Marino.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving San Marino, CA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of San Marino. 3 of them are based in San Marino itself, and other nearby bases include Pasadena (20), South Pasadena (4), and Alhambra (4). The farthest listed company is about 5 miles out. 5 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Reliable San Marino Appliance Solutions, around 0.4 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.5, 0.7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 10 |
Closest matches for San Marino: RepairBest Appliance Services (1.6 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.8 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours); CR Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.7 stars from 129 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&Y Appliances (8.3 miles away, based in Glendale, 4.9 stars from 512 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.2 miles away, based in Pasadena, 4.3 stars from 708 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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 Marino quote:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
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
- Any error code on the display
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Local Notes for San Marino
Washer calls in San Marino 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
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).
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in San Marino
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: San Marino, CA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do you cover San Marino and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near San Marino
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the San Marino technician gets at the parts.