In Kahului, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Kahului.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Kahului
We found 5 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Kahului. 1 of them are based in Kahului itself, and other nearby bases include Lahaina (2), Wailuku (1), and Makawao (1). The farthest listed company is about 15 miles out. 1 of them mentions washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 1.4 miles out. Across 3 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars. Kahului is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 2.6, 7.4 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 3 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 1 |
| Mention washers | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 5 |
At the top of the Kahului list: Sears Appliance Repair (1.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (13.9 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (7.4 miles away, based in Makawao, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); almost anything (2.6 miles away, based in Wailuku).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Kahului
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 Kahului
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Kahului quote:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Kahului
Washer calls in Kahului 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).
Questions to Ask a Kahului Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Kahului, HI
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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 Kahului technician can then plan for both on one visit.