Most washing machine breakdowns trace back to a short list of parts: the drain pump and its filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or motor coupling, the inlet valve and the suspension. The Tigard list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Tigard, OR
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Tigard. 6 list an address in Tigard, and other nearby bases include Beaverton (10), Portland (8), and Lake Oswego (5). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. The closest is Portland Goockle Appliance Repair Solutions, about 0.6 miles away. Of those, 6 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Across 25 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 9 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 41 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 1.0, 1.4 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Tigard list: Mr. Appliance of Portland (1.8 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Home-Serv Appliance Repair (9.0 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Hydra Appliance Repair (5.8 miles away, based in Portland, 4.7 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&P Appliance Parts and Service (4.5 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.7 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- 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
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
What Usually Goes Wrong
What Gets Fixed on a Tigard Washer Call
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer not spinning.
If Your Washer Is Leaking
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
Before replacing a washer in Tigard, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 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?
- 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?
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.
Around Tigard
Most washer calls in Tigard 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.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Tigard
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
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Washing Machine Repair Near Tigard
Before you call a Tigard 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.