A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. The companies below serve Haiku-Pauwela and the Maui County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Haiku-Pauwela, HI
We found 5 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Haiku-Pauwela. Other nearby bases include Lahaina (2), Makawao (1), and Kahului (1). Distances run up to about 24 miles. 1 of them mentions washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC, around 7.1 miles out. The 3 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Haiku-Pauwela is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Haiku-Pauwela. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Companies within 60 miles | 5 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Mention washers | 1 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.1, 11.3, 13.2 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 1 |
The leading options for Haiku-Pauwela are Sears Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (24.2 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (7.1 miles away, based in Makawao, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); almost anything (13.2 miles away, based in Wailuku).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What a Washer Repair Involves
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
Dryer Notes for Haiku-Pauwela, HI
Washer calls in Haiku-Pauwela most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Hawaii has no appliance repair license classification; the Contractors License Board's specialty classifications cover related trades such as plumbing (including fuel gas piping), refrigeration, and ventilating and air conditioning, and a contractor license applies to jobs that need a building, electrical or plumbing permit. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
Installing and repairing fuel gas piping systems and their venting falls under the C-37 plumbing contractor classification, and plumbing contractors must use licensed plumbers for that work. Source: Description of Contractor License Classifications (Hawaii DCCA Contractors License Board)
Questions to Ask a Haiku-Pauwela Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Haiku-Pauwela, HI
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do you cover Haiku-Pauwela and nearby towns?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Other Dryer Repair in Haiku-Pauwela
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Haiku-Pauwela
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Haiku-Pauwela technician can then plan for both on one visit.