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 Renton, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Renton WA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Renton. 12 of them are based in Renton itself, and other nearby bases include Kent (10), Seattle (6), and Tukwila (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. The closest is Tim's DCS Repair, about 0.6 miles away. 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Renton. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 30 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 11 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.7, 1.1 |
Closest matches for Renton: Expert Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (7.0 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Washer and Dryer Repair Services (7.8 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Troubleshooters Appliance Repair (4.8 miles away, based in Newcastle, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Renton. 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?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Renton, WA
City of Renton Water Utility, which supplies Renton, reports hardness of varies by source: downtown wells about 44 mg/L (slightly hard), Maplewood about 69 mg/L (moderately hard), Springbrook Springs about 125 mg/L (hard); some water is also bought from Seattle Public Utilities. 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 Renton - Water Quality Report
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 Renton
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Renton, WA
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
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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.