Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Olympia list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Olympia WA
33 repair companies serve Olympia from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Olympia itself, and the rest are spread across Tacoma (11), Puyallup (4), and Lacey (3). Distances run up to about 30 miles. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 2.8 miles away. 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 24 businesses.
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| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 18 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 4.5, 5.3 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 10 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 10 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 33 |
Closest matches for Olympia: Sears Appliance Repair (2.8 miles away, based in Lacey, 4.4 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leon's Luxury repair & installation (25.2 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (29.1 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (29.9 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. 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
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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?
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.
What Olympia Owners Should Know
City of Olympia Public Works, Drinking Water Utility, which supplies Olympia, reports hardness of slightly hard, about 55-60 mg/L. Hard water leaves scale on washer inlet screens and heating parts and calls for the right detergent dose, which is worth mentioning when you book a repair. Source: City of Olympia: Olympia's drinking water quality
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 Olympia
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Olympia, WA
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
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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 Olympia technician can then bring the right parts for either one.