Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Gladstone that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Gladstone
40 repair companies serve Gladstone from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Gladstone itself, and the rest are spread across Portland (10), Oregon City (8), and Lake Oswego (5). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Of those, 8 mention washer or dryer work by name. Quality Gladstone Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Gladstone. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 stars.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.6, 1.7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
Closest matches for Gladstone: Home-Serv Appliance Repair (3.3 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Appliance Repair Service Lab (10.2 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 261 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Samsung Washer & Dryer Repair Gresham (10.2 miles away, based in Gresham, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Portland (8.0 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Gladstone. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Gladstone, OR
Most washer calls in Gladstone 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Gladstone
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Gladstone, OR
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Gladstone technician can then bring the right parts for either one.