In Kahaluu-Keauhou, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Kahaluu-Keauhou and the Hawaii County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Kahaluu-Keauhou
We found 9 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Kahaluu-Keauhou. Other nearby bases include Kailua-Kona (5) and Hilo (4). 3 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. The closest is Appliance Service Co., about 0.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 9 businesses. Kahaluu-Keauhou is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 3 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 60 miles | 9 |
| Mention washers | 3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 5.6, 5.9 |
At the top of the Kahaluu-Keauhou list: Affordable Appliance (7.9 miles away, based in Kailua-Kona, 5.0 stars from 636 reviews); Hakoda's Builders Appliance (5.6 miles away, based in Kailua-Kona, 4.5 stars from 30 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (58.9 miles away, based in Hilo, 4.4 stars from 712 reviews, lists Saturday hours); PropertyTech Appliance and Gates Sales and Service (5.9 miles away, based in Kailua-Kona, 4.6 stars from 46 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Kahaluu-Keauhou Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Kahaluu-Keauhou 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)
In Hawaii, you can check a license with the Hawaii DCCA Professional and Vocational Licensing public license search or report a problem to the Hawaii DCCA Regulated Industries Complaints Office (RICO).
Before You Book in Kahaluu-Keauhou
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Kahaluu-Keauhou, HI
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Which areas near Kahaluu-Keauhou do these technicians cover?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Kahaluu-Keauhou technician gets at the parts.