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 Omak, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Omak WA
Within 85 miles of Omak there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. 1 list an address in Omak, and the rest are spread across East Wenatchee (2), Brewster (1), and Wenatchee (1). The farthest listed company is about 84 miles out. 2 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Omak. Across 5 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Omak is inside its regular service area.
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| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 3 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (85 mi) | 6 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 3 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.3, 24.3, 77.4 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
First up for Omak: Sears Appliance Repair (1.3 miles away, 4.4 stars from 36 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (78.5 miles away, based in East Wenatchee, 4.5 stars from 134 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Turin Appliances (24.3 miles away, based in Brewster, 5.0 stars from 24 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Wenatchee Appliance Service (77.4 miles away, based in Wenatchee, 4.4 stars from 118 reviews).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer leaking from the bottom or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Omak. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
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.
What Omak Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Omak 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Omak
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Omak, WA
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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 Omak technician can then bring the right parts for either one.