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 West Slope, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near West Slope
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of West Slope. Other nearby bases include Portland (20), Beaverton (11), and Tigard (6). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. Hydra Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from West Slope. 8 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from West Slope. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 19 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.7, 1.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 39 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
The leading options for West Slope are Appliance Repair Service Lab (7.1 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 261 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home-Serv Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Hydra Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, based in Portland, 4.7 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&P Appliance Parts and Service (1.7 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.7 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in West Slope. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- 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?
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 West Slope
Most washer calls in West Slope 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 West Slope
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: West Slope, OR
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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.