Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. The Lake Stevens list below starts with companies that show washer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer Technicians Serving Lake Stevens, WA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lake Stevens. 4 list an address in Lake Stevens, and the rest are spread across Everett (15), Lynnwood (7), and Marysville (2). Local Appliance Repairs is the nearest, roughly 1.7 miles from Lake Stevens. 10 of them mention washing machine or washer work in their listing or website. The 34 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Stevens. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 30 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.7, 1.9, 2.0 |
| Mention washer work | 13 |
At the top of the Lake Stevens list: Smartfix Appliance (1.9 miles away, 5.0 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Mechanics (2.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 445 reviews); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (15.9 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (14.4 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
The Usual Washer Culprits in Lake Stevens
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Lake Stevens
Troubleshooting first? Start with washer not draining or washer smells like mildew.
Water, Power and Safety First
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
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.
Repair or Replace Your Washer?
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:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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.
Local Notes for Lake Stevens
Most washer calls in Lake Stevens 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.
Questions to Ask a Lake Stevens Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Lake Stevens, WA
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A clear drain filter, open supply valves and the model number in hand make any washer repair in Lake Stevens faster and cheaper.