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 Martha Lake that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Martha Lake
Within 30 miles of Martha Lake there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Everett (10), Bothell (7), and Lynnwood (7). Distances run up to about 7 miles. The closest is Appliance Fixers, about 1.6 miles away. 11 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 31 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.6, 2.1, 2.3 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
First up for Martha Lake: Ace Appliance Service (2.4 miles away, based in Everett, 5.0 stars from 322 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (3.6 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (1.6 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.1 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- An error code on the display
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
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 not spinning or washer not draining.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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.
Local Notes for Martha Lake
Most washer calls in Martha Lake 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 Martha Lake
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Martha Lake, WA
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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.