In Twin Lakes, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Twin Lakes and the Santa Cruz County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Twin Lakes
40 repair companies serve Twin Lakes from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Los Gatos (9), Santa Cruz (8), and Watsonville (5). Nearest on the list: Stoodley Service, around 1.7 miles out. Of those, 2 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.9 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.7, 1.7, 1.9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Twin Lakes: Lighthouse Appliance Repair (1.9 miles away, based in Santa Cruz, 5.0 stars from 131 reviews); Baker Brothers Furniture & Appliance (13.2 miles away, based in Watsonville, 4.9 stars from 34 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.6 miles away, based in Gilroy, 4.7 stars from 279 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (25.3 miles away, based in Salinas, 4.7 stars from 338 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a 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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Twin Lakes quote:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- 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 Twin Lakes Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Twin Lakes 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Twin Lakes
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Twin Lakes technician gets at the parts.