Washer Repair Service in Los Angeles, CA

Everyday Appliance Repair is widely considered to be the gold standard in washer repair of Glendale, Burbank, La Crescenta, West Hollywood and surrounding Los Angeles area. Residents have trusted us with their washing machines for years and we take that trust very seriously. The washer repair technicians we employ have years of washer repair experience. Call Everyday Appliance Repair Service today or setup an appointment.

Not the appliance your looking for? click here.

Washer Troubleshooting Guide

Symptom : Washer does not work and makes no noise

Check

Check that the washer is plugged in securely
Check the washer circuit breaker or the fuse box
Test the outlet for current
Check that the water supply valves are turned on the washer
Test for washer for overheating
Test the washer level switch
Test the timer control
Test the lid switch of washer
Test the water inlet valve
Inspect the washer water pump
Test the centrifugal switch
Test the motor

Symptom :Washer does not work but it does make noise

Check

Check that the water supply valves are turned on
Inspect the filter screens
Test for overheating
Inspect the water pump
Test the water inlet valve
Test the motor

Symptom :No water is entering the wash tub, hot water, or no cold water

Check

Check that the water supply valves are turned on
Inspect the water supply hoses for kinks
Check the filter screens of washer
Test the water level switch
Test the water temperature switch
Test the timer control

Symptom :Water drains out during the wash or rinse cycle

Check

Check the drain control lever
Test the drain control coils
Check the cam bar
Test the timer control

Symptom :Wrong temperature of water is used

Check

Water supply hoses may be reversed
Hot or cold water supply valve may be turned off
Water supply hose may be kinked
Check water inlet valve

Symptom :Water drains out while it is filling

Check

Check the drain hose, it should be at least as high as the top of the wash tub, about 38 inches.
The drain hose must sit loosely in the house drain. Do not seal the air gap around the drain hose or a siphon will occur.
Check the drain control lever
Test the drain control coils
Check the cam bar

Symptom :Drum does not spin

Check

Test thewasher lid switch
Test the timer control
Test the centrifugal switch
Test the water level switch
Inspect the motor coupler
Inspect the drive belt
Inspect under the washer for soot (clutch)
Test the motor
Inspect the pulley
Test the transmissio

Symptom :Clothes are too wet after spin cycle

This may be a spin problem or a drain problem
Check

Drain:

Make sure the drain line is clear
Check the drain hose for a partial blockage
Inspect the washer water pump

Spin:

Test the washer lid switch
Test the timer control
Test the centrifugal switch
Test the water level switch
Inspect the motor coupler
Inspect the drive belt
Inspect under the washer for soot (clutch)
Test the motor
Inspect the pulley
Test the transmission

Burning or electrical smell

Unplug the washer
Locate the source of the odor then read the instructions in the related section

Foul or stale odor coming from washer or clothes

Check that the drain line is clear
Check the drain hose for kinks or blockages
Check pump for blockages
Check for build up of soap in the outer tub
Check for article of clothing stuck in the outer tub

Symptom :Noisy or vibrates too much

Check

Balance the load
Level the machine
Inspect the water pump for a blockage
Inspect the coupling
Inspect the transmission
Adjust the washer drive belt tension
Check the motor bearings
Check the drum brakes

Back to homepage

“I called him in the morning and he was able to come at noon that day. He was very direct and honest about my problem and let me know it was not worth repairing and it was better to just buy a new washer. Will certainly call again if I have future problems.”

Crawford Appleby

Link to the Review : Click Here