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.
Who Repairs Washers Near Burien
Within 30 miles of Burien there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 2 list an address in Burien, and the rest are spread across Seattle (14), Renton (10), and Kent (7). Distances run up to about 8 miles. Nearest on the list: Sub-Zero Service House, around 1.1 miles out. 6 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 31 businesses.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.1, 1.1, 1.2 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 32 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Mention washer work | 8 |
First up for Burien: Expert Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Washer and Dryer Repair Services (9.0 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (3.3 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Major Appliance Repair (11.6 miles away, based in Bellevue, 4.9 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Washing Machine Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
The Usual Washer Culprits in Burien
Inside a Washer Repair Visit
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not filling with water or washer not draining.
Water, Power and Safety First
Closing the washer's water faucets when the machine is not in use takes pressure off the hoses and valves and limits flooding if a hose gives way. Source: GE Appliances - Washer Owner's Manual
Plug the washer into a grounded three-prong outlet on a 15- or 20-amp 120-volt circuit, and never remove the ground prong or use an adapter or extension cord. Source: Whirlpool - Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
Before replacing a washer in Burien, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Around Burien
Most washer calls in Burien 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 Burien
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Burien, WA
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Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Burien
Washing Machine Repair Near Burien
A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Burien faster and cheaper.