A washer that stops mid-cycle with a drum full of water turns a normal laundry day into a mess of wet towels and trips to the laundromat. We pull these listings from public business data, remove closed businesses, parts stores and unrelated trades, and put companies that mention washers at the top.
Washer Technicians Serving Ketchikan, AK
Within 599 miles of Ketchikan there are 6 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Bellingham (3), Juneau (2), and Sitka (1). Distances run up to about 598 miles. Virgil's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 182.1 miles from Ketchikan. Of those, 1 mentions washing machine or washer work by name. Ketchikan is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Ketchikan. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 1 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 0 |
| Companies within 599 miles | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 4 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 182.1, 234.8, 235.7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Ketchikan: Sears Appliance Repair (235.7 miles away, based in Juneau, lists Saturday hours); Virgil's Appliance Repair (182.1 miles away, based in Sitka, lists Saturday hours); S&S Toyo Repair (234.8 miles away, based in Juneau); Premier Dacor Appliance Support (598.3 miles away, based in Bellingham, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
What a Washing Machine Technician Checks
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not filling with water.
Leaks and Safe Shutoff
Always install new inlet hoses rather than reusing old ones, check them from time to time, and replace any hose that shows bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
Unplug the washer before servicing or cleaning it; pressing the power button does not disconnect it from the electrical supply. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Most washing machine repairs come down to one part and an hour or two of labor, which is why many are worth pricing before you shop for a new washer. Published ranges:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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?
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.
What Ketchikan Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Ketchikan 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.
Alaska has no separate appliance repair license category; its certificates of fitness and contractor licenses cover plumbing, gas piping, electrical and construction work rather than appliance repair itself. Source: Mechanical Inspection - License Requirements (Alaska DOLWD)
In Alaska, you can check a license with the Alaska Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing - License Search or report a problem to the Alaska Department of Law, Attorney General's Consumer Protection Unit.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Ketchikan
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Ketchikan, AK
Is there anything I can try first?
Where is the water under my washer coming from?
Why is there water left in my washer?
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Before you call a Ketchikan technician, check that the washer is plugged in, the hot and cold valves behind it are open and the drain hose is not kinked. If it is a front loader, clean the drain pump filter. If the problem stays, have the model number ready.