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 West Clarkston-Highland, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, West Clarkston-Highland WA
Within 60 miles of West Clarkston-Highland there are 12 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Lewiston (7), Clarkston (2), and Des Moines (1). Mel's Appliance Services is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from West Clarkston-Highland. 4 list washer or dryer work specifically. Across 11 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether West Clarkston-Highland is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from West Clarkston-Highland. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.7, 1.1, 1.1 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Mention washer work | 4 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 5 |
First up for West Clarkston-Highland: CM Appliance Repair (5.7 miles away, based in Lewiston, 4.8 stars from 112 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Lewiston, 4.4 stars from 39 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Lewiston MW & Appliance; (3.4 miles away, based in Lewiston, 5.0 stars from 20 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (22.4 miles away, based in Moscow, 4.3 stars from 28 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 start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
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 washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Local Notes for West Clarkston-Highland
Most washer calls in West Clarkston-Highland 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 West Clarkston-Highland
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: West Clarkston-Highland, WA
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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 West Clarkston-Highland technician can then bring the right parts for either one.