A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Portland, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Portland OR
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Portland. 32 list an address in Portland, and other nearby bases include Vancouver (4), Milwaukie (3), and Happy Valley (1). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. Appliance Repair Service Lab is the nearest, roughly 0.8 miles from Portland. Of those, 7 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 34 businesses.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.8, 1.1, 1.1 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Portland list: Appliance Repair Service Lab (0.8 miles away, 5.0 stars from 261 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home-Serv Appliance Repair (7.5 miles away, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Hydra Appliance Repair (6.8 miles away, 4.7 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&P Appliance Parts and Service (8.3 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.7 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- 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
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- 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?
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.
Around Portland
Portland Water Bureau, which supplies Portland, reports hardness of bull Run supply about 7-11 ppm (roughly 0.5 grain per gallon, soft); groundwater supply about 80 ppm (about 5 grains per gallon, moderately hard). Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: 2026 Drinking Water Quality Report - Portland Water Bureau
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 Portland
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Portland, OR
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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.