When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Santa Monica listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Santa Monica
40 repair companies serve Santa Monica from within 30 miles. 13 list an address in Santa Monica, and other nearby bases include Los Angeles (9), Beverly Hills (8), and Culver City (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Everest Tower Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.4 miles from Santa Monica. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.9 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.
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 28 |
| Mention washers | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.4, 0.4, 0.5 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 16 |
The leading options for Santa Monica are WEST APPLIANCE SERVICE (5.3 miles away, based in Playa Del Rey, 4.8 stars from 191 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SoCal Appliance Repair Pros (6.2 miles away, based in Beverly Hills, 4.9 stars from 263 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Santa Monica Appliance Repair Services (0.6 miles away, 4.7 stars from 82 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABS Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Los Angeles, 4.9 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Santa Monica
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Around Santa Monica
Washer calls in Santa Monica 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
Questions to Ask a Santa Monica Technician
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Santa Monica, CA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Santa Monica technician can then plan for both on one visit.