Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Pearl City.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Pearl City
Within 30 miles of Pearl City there are 39 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Pearl City, and other nearby bases include Honolulu (19), Aiea (3), and Waipahu (3). The farthest listed company is about 16 miles out. Nearest on the list: BrightSide Appliance Repair Service, around 1.1 miles out. 7 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The 34 rated companies in range average 3.9 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Pearl City. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 39 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 24 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 9 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.4, 1.5 |
At the top of the Pearl City list: Fuse Hawai'i (2.9 miles away, based in Waipahu, 4.8 stars from 278 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Honolulu, 4.4 stars from 251 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, based in Aiea, 4.2 stars from 760 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Kaneohe, 4.8 stars from 285 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
What a Washer Repair Involves
And on the Dryer Side
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 Pearl City quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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.
Have These Handy
- 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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Pearl City
Washer calls in Pearl City 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)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Pearl City
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Pearl City, HI
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Do you cover Pearl City and nearby towns?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
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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 Pearl City technician can then plan for both on one visit.