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 Wailua Homesteads and the Kauai County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Wailua Homesteads
Within 96 miles of Wailua Homesteads there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Wahiawa (2), Lihue (1), and Kekaha (1). Distances run up to about 95 miles. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 6.7 miles from Wailua Homesteads. Of those, 2 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 6 businesses. Wailua Homesteads is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Wailua Homesteads. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (96 mi) | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 6.7, 25.4, 86.0 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 2 |
| Mention washers | 2 |
Closest matches for Wailua Homesteads: Sears Appliance Repair (6.7 miles away, based in Lihue, 4.4 stars from 105 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Makaha Appliance Repair (86.0 miles away, based in Waianae, 1.6 stars from 13 reviews); RC Appliance Repair (25.4 miles away, based in Kekaha, 4.3 stars from 6 reviews); Ocean Appliances & AC Repairs Inc.. (88.1 miles away, based in Waialua, 4.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
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
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Wailua Homesteads quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- 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?
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.
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)
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Around Wailua Homesteads
Washer calls in Wailua Homesteads 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 Wailua Homesteads
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Wailua Homesteads, HI
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Do you cover Wailua Homesteads and nearby towns?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Why won't my washer drain?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Wailua Homesteads
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Wailua Homesteads technician gets at the parts.