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. The Bainbridge Island list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Bainbridge Island
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bainbridge Island. 7 of them are based in Bainbridge Island itself, and the rest are spread across Seattle (18), Bremerton (9), and Silverdale (5). The farthest listed company is about 10 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Strongfix Appliance Repair Pros is the nearest, roughly 1.5 miles from Bainbridge Island. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.4 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 washer work | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 49 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 15 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 2.2, 2.4 |
First up for Bainbridge Island: Super Appliance Repair (8.3 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 150 reviews); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (13.1 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fixme Appliance Repair (10.8 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Washer and Dryer Repair Services (14.8 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
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 Bainbridge Island. 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What Bainbridge Island Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Bainbridge Island 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 Bainbridge Island
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Bainbridge Island, WA
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Other Washer Repair in Bainbridge Island
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Bainbridge Island
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.