When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Soquel.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Soquel
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Soquel. 3 of them are based in Soquel itself, and the rest are spread across Los Gatos (9), Santa Cruz (8), and Watsonville (5). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Nearest on the list: Fast Appliance Repair Soquel, around 0.7 miles out. 2 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Soquel. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Mention washers | 5 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 1.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
At the top of the Soquel list: Lighthouse Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Santa Cruz, 5.0 stars from 131 reviews); Baker Brothers Furniture & Appliance (12.0 miles away, based in Watsonville, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (21.0 miles away, based in Gilroy, 4.7 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (18.2 miles away, based in San Jose, 4.6 stars from 274 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Soquel
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
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
- 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)
Around Soquel
Washer calls in Soquel 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 Soquel
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Soquel, CA
Why won't my washer drain?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Do you cover Soquel and nearby towns?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Other Dryer Repair in Soquel
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Soquel
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Soquel technician gets at the parts.