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 Graham list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Graham
40 repair companies serve Graham from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in Graham, and other nearby bases include Tacoma (11), Puyallup (4), and Federal Way (4). The farthest listed company is about 18 miles out. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: RPS Appliance Repair, around 1.3 miles out. The 27 rated companies in range average 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.
| Mention washer work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.4, 4.4 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
First up for Graham: RPS Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leon's Luxury repair & installation (12.7 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (18.0 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- An error code on the display
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
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
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. 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 Graham. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Graham, WA
Most washer calls in Graham 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Graham
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Graham, WA
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
More Washing Machine Repair in Graham, WA
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Graham
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 Graham technician can then bring the right parts for either one.