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 Yelm list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Yelm WA
Within 30 miles of Yelm there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Tacoma (12), Puyallup (4), and Lacey (3). Of those, 11 mention washer or dryer work by name. Pro Appliance Repair Lacey is the nearest, roughly 9.6 miles from Yelm. The 28 rated companies in range average 4.5 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 25 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 44 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 9.6, 10.7, 10.8 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
Closest matches for Yelm: Sears Appliance Repair (21.5 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RPS Appliance Repair (17.4 miles away, based in Graham, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews); Leon's Luxury repair & installation (20.6 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (27.0 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 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
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
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 Yelm. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Yelm, WA
Most washer calls in Yelm 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Yelm
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Yelm, WA
Why does my front-load washer smell?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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.