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 Santa Maria listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Santa Maria
We found 16 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Santa Maria. 7 list an address in Santa Maria, and other nearby bases include Lompoc (4), San Luis Obispo (4), and Arroyo Grande (1). Of those, 6 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Ib-solutions, about 0.7 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 15 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Santa Maria. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 16 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.2, 1.3 |
| Mention washers | 6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 6 |
First up for Santa Maria: Idler's Home (1.3 miles away, 4.6 stars from 206 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.4 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, 4.5 stars from 110 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (19.3 miles away, based in Lompoc, 4.4 stars from 84 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Santa Maria
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Santa Maria quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Santa Maria Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Santa Maria 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
Before You Book in Santa Maria
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Santa Maria, CA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
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 Santa Maria technician gets at the parts.