A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Waimea listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Waimea, HI
13 repair companies serve Waimea from within 60 miles. The rest are spread across Kailua-Kona (5), Hilo (4), and Pāhoa (2). Distances run up to about 58 miles. Awesome Appliance Repair LLC is the nearest, roughly 29.8 miles from Waimea. Of those, 5 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 13 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Waimea is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Waimea. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 5 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 5 |
| Mention washers | 5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 29.8, 33.7, 34.7 |
Closest matches for Waimea: Affordable Appliance (33.7 miles away, based in Kailua-Kona, 5.0 stars from 636 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (43.2 miles away, based in Hilo, 4.4 stars from 712 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hakoda's Builders Appliance (34.7 miles away, based in Kailua-Kona, 4.5 stars from 30 reviews); Quality Appliance Repair & Services LLC (58.1 miles away, based in Pāhoa, 5.0 stars from 25 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Waimea
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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)
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Waimea, HI
Washer calls in Waimea 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 Waimea
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Waimea, HI
Why won't my washer drain?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Waimea technician gets at the parts.