Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Mountlake Terrace, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Mountlake Terrace
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Mountlake Terrace. 4 of them are based in Mountlake Terrace itself, and other nearby bases include Bothell (8), Lynnwood (7), and Edmonds (5). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. The closest is A-Service: Heating, Cooling & Appliance Repair, about 0.7 miles away. 9 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 42 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 0.8, 1.0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
First up for Mountlake Terrace: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (2.7 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ace Appliance Service (6.6 miles away, based in Everett, 5.0 stars from 322 reviews); Appliance Fixers (5.5 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.1 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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: washer not spinning or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Mountlake Terrace. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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 Mountlake Terrace
Most washer calls in Mountlake Terrace 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.
Before You Book in Mountlake Terrace
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Mountlake Terrace, WA
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Other Washer Repair in Mountlake Terrace
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Mountlake Terrace
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 Mountlake Terrace technician can then bring the right parts for either one.