When a washer quits in Fircrest, the first question is whether it is a clog or a setting you can clear yourself or a failed part, and that decides whether you need a technician at all. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Fircrest and the Pierce County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Washing Machine Repair Companies Near Fircrest
40 repair companies serve Fircrest from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Tacoma (12), Auburn (7), and Federal Way (6). Of those, 9 mention washing machine or washer work by name. Nearest on the list: UP Appliance Repair, around 1.0 miles out. The 29 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.1, 1.8 |
|---|---|
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 11 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
Closest matches for Fircrest: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (7.7 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); RPS Appliance Repair (16.1 miles away, based in Graham, 4.9 stars from 495 reviews); Leon's Luxury repair & installation (5.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews).
When to Call for Washer Repair
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Why Washing Machines Break Down
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Fircrest
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not spinning or washer not filling with water.
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
Manufacturers require the washer to be electrically grounded and warn against using an extension cord or modifying the plug. Source: Maytag - High-Efficiency Washer Installation Instructions
More: where washer leaks come from.
Washing Machine Repair Cost Ranges
A washer repair is usually a single part plus labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 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?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Fircrest, WA
Most washer calls in Fircrest 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 Fircrest
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Fircrest, WA
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Fircrest faster and cheaper.