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. The Connell 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 Connell
We found 14 appliance repair companies within 60 miles of Connell. The rest are spread across Pasco (3), Kennewick (3), and Walla Walla (3). The farthest listed company is about 57 miles out. 3 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. VSG Appliances is the nearest, roughly 31.8 miles from Connell. Across 14 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Connell is inside its regular service area.
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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 8 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 31.8, 32.0, 32.5 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 3 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 14 |
The leading options for Connell are Master's Appliance & Refrigeration, LLC (32.0 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.2 stars from 77 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (38.3 miles away, based in Moses Lake, 3.9 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fred's Appliance (36.3 miles away, based in Kennewick, 4.1 stars from 731 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Repair (33.2 miles away, based in Richland, 4.8 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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.
Around Connell
Most washer calls in Connell 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 Connell Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Connell, WA
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Connell
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 Connell technician can then bring the right parts for either one.