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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Mount Vernon that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Mount Vernon WA
Our data shows 12 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mount Vernon. The rest are spread across Bellingham (7), Arlington (2), and Marysville (2). The closest is Appliance Repair Guys, about 19.8 miles away. 1 of them mentions washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 9 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.0 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 7 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 19.8, 20.4, 21.8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 1 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 12 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 4 |
The leading options for Mount Vernon are Brian's renewed (24.4 miles away, based in Bellingham, 4.6 stars from 18 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A-Service: Heating, Cooling & Appliance Repair Arlington (20.4 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 170 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Repair Guys (19.8 miles away, based in Arlington, 5.0 stars from 26 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Viking Appliance Repair (23.6 miles away, based in Bellingham, 4.3 stars from 8 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting 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
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Local Notes for Mount Vernon
Most washer calls in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mount Vernon, WA
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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.