Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Cedar Hills that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Cedar Hills
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Cedar Hills. Other nearby bases include Portland (18), Beaverton (11), and Tigard (6). Distances run up to about 7 miles. Beaverton Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Cedar Hills. 8 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.9, 1.0 |
The leading options for Cedar Hills are Appliance Repair Service Lab (8.4 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 261 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home-Serv Appliance Repair (11.1 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Hydra Appliance Repair (1.1 miles away, based in Portland, 4.7 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&P Appliance Parts and Service (1.2 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.7 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Cedar Hills. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Local Notes for Cedar Hills
Most washer calls in Cedar Hills come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Cedar Hills
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cedar Hills, OR
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Cedar Hills
If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.