A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Camas that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Camas WA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Camas. 4 list an address in Camas, and the rest are spread across Vancouver (18), Portland (8), and Gresham (5). Distances run up to about 9 miles. The closest is Mr Appliance of Portland, about 0.7 miles away. 11 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.7 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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.2, 2.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
At the top of the Camas list: 5 Star In Home Services (4.1 miles away, based in Vancouver, 5.0 stars from 1,466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pacific Appliance Solutions (2.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 574 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service Lab (11.0 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 261 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Banceu's Appliance (3.5 miles away, based in Vancouver, 4.9 stars from 162 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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 Camas Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Camas 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 Camas Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Camas, WA
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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.