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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Bryn Mawr-Skyway, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Bryn Mawr-Skyway
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Bryn Mawr-Skyway. Other nearby bases include Renton (12), Seattle (11), and Kent (5). 7 list washer or dryer work specifically. The closest is Expert Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Bryn Mawr-Skyway. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 33 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.4, 1.4 |
First up for Bryn Mawr-Skyway: Expert Appliance Repair (0.9 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (4.5 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Washer and Dryer Repair Services (6.4 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Troubleshooters Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Newcastle, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 Bryn Mawr-Skyway
Most washer calls in Bryn Mawr-Skyway 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Bryn Mawr-Skyway
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Bryn Mawr-Skyway, WA
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Bryn Mawr-Skyway technician can then bring the right parts for either one.