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 Anacortes that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Anacortes WA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Anacortes. Other nearby bases include Everett (14), Bellingham (7), and Lake Stevens (4). Distances run up to about 47 miles. Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. Whidbey Appliance Service is the nearest, roughly 15.9 miles from Anacortes. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Anacortes is inside its regular service area.
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| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| Mention washer work | 15 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 15.9, 19.3, 19.3 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 28 |
At the top of the Anacortes list: Appliance Mechanics (41.5 miles away, based in Lake Stevens, 4.9 stars from 445 reviews); Ace Appliance Service (45.5 miles away, based in Everett, 5.0 stars from 322 reviews); Fast Appliances Repair (45.9 miles away, based in Edmonds, 4.9 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (49.2 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Anacortes. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - 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: $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?
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 Anacortes, WA
Most washer calls in Anacortes 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.
Questions to Ask a Anacortes Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Anacortes, WA
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Anacortes
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.