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 Felida list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Felida WA
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Felida. Other nearby bases include Vancouver (29), Ridgefield (4), and Battle Ground (3). The closest is Pacific Solutions Appliance Repair, about 0.3 miles away. 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Felida. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 1.9, 2.5 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
First up for Felida: 5 Star In Home Services (11.6 miles away, based in Vancouver, 5.0 stars from 1,466 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Service Lab (13.1 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 261 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pacific Appliance Solutions (13.7 miles away, based in Camas, 4.9 stars from 574 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Service Pro (9.5 miles away, based in Battle Ground, 4.9 stars from 188 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
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
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: washer leaking from the bottom 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 inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Local Notes for Felida
Most washer calls in Felida 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 Felida Washer Technician
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Felida, WA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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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 Felida technician can then bring the right parts for either one.