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 Kula.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Kula
Within 60 miles of Kula there are 5 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Lahaina (2), Makawao (1), and Kahului (1). The farthest listed company is about 26 miles out. Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 4.3 miles from Kula. Of those, 1 mentions washer and dryer repair by name. The 3 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars. Kula 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.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 5 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 4.3, 12.4, 12.6 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 1 |
| Mention washers | 1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
Closest matches for Kula: Sears Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Kahului, 4.7 stars from 395 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Malama Appliance Repair (23.7 miles away, based in Lahaina, 4.9 stars from 370 reviews); Kelly's Appliance Repair LLC (4.3 miles away, based in Makawao, 4.7 stars from 25 reviews, lists Saturday hours); almost anything (12.6 miles away, based in Wailuku).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- 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
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Kula quote:
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Any error code on the display
Around Kula
Washer calls in Kula 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)
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Kula
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- 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: Kula, HI
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why won't my washer drain?
Other Dryer Repair in Kula
Washer & Dryer Repair in Nearby Cities
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Kula technician can then plan for both on one visit.