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 Buckley list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Buckley
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Buckley. 1 list an address in Buckley, and the rest are spread across Auburn (12), Kent (5), and Puyallup (4). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Of those, 6 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Frontline Buckley Appliance Repair Solutions, around 0.8 miles out. The 30 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 washer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 3.3, 7.8 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
Closest matches for Buckley: Sears Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Complete Repair LLC (10.5 miles away, based in Black Diamond, 4.9 stars from 227 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.4 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (19.0 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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 leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Buckley. 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?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- 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 Buckley, WA
Most washer calls in Buckley 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 Buckley Washer Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Buckley, WA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
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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.