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 Molalla that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Molalla
Within 30 miles of Molalla there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Oregon City (8), Lake Oswego (5), and Tigard (4). Nearest on the list: Canby Appliance Repair, around 9.4 miles out. Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 28 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Molalla. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 9.4, 11.9, 11.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Molalla: Home-Serv Appliance Repair (19.6 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Hebert's Appliance Solutions (12.7 miles away, based in Oregon City, 4.8 stars from 85 reviews); Samsung Washer & Dryer Repair Gresham (24.6 miles away, based in Gresham, 5.0 stars from 38 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Portland (20.7 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 Molalla. 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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.
What Molalla Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Molalla 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 Molalla
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Molalla, OR
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
More Washing Machine Repair in Molalla, OR
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Molalla
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.