Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Alderwood Manor list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Alderwood Manor
40 repair companies serve Alderwood Manor from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Bothell (8), Lynnwood (7), and Edmonds (5). Of those, 10 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Home Alliance, about 0.9 miles away. The 31 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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.
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.0, 1.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 42 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
The leading options for Alderwood Manor are HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (1.4 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Service (4.5 miles away, based in Everett, 5.0 stars from 322 reviews); Appliance Fixers (3.1 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.0 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Alderwood Manor. 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
What Alderwood Manor Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Alderwood Manor 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.
Washington's Department of Labor & Industries issues an appliance repair (07D) specialty electrician certificate that covers like-for-like repair and replacement of self-contained appliances such as ovens on an unchanged circuit, but excludes branch-circuit wiring and plumbing work. Source: WAC 296-46B-920, Electrical/telecommunications license/certificate types and scope of work
In Washington, you can check a license with the L&I Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business or report a problem to the Washington State Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Alderwood Manor
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Alderwood Manor, WA
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Alderwood Manor
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.