Washers fail in fairly predictable ways, which is good news: many repairs are a single part that a technician can replace in one visit. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Port Orchard and the Kitsap County area, with companies that mention washer work shown first.
Who Repairs Washers Near Port Orchard
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Port Orchard. Other nearby bases include Seattle (16), Bremerton (9), and Bainbridge Island (7). 5 list washing machine or washer work specifically. Birch Solidcrest Alliance is the nearest, roughly 2.8 miles from Port Orchard. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 26 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Port Orchard. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 8 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 2.8, 3.6, 3.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 47 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
First up for Port Orchard: Expert Appliance Repair (18.7 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (15.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (16.7 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Pro Repairs (16.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.6 stars from 660 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Service Call
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Washer Service Call Usually Goes in Port Orchard
Troubleshooting first? Start with front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
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
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:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 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?
- 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.
Around Port Orchard
Most washer calls in Port Orchard 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 Port Orchard Washer Technician
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washing Machine Repair FAQs: Port Orchard, WA
Why won't my washer drain?
Why is my washer leaking?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I repair or replace my washer?
Brand-Specific Washer Repair, Port Orchard
Washing Machine Repair Near Port Orchard
Write down the model and serial number from the label (inside the lid or door frame, or on the back of the cabinet) and note any error code. It saves a Port Orchard technician a trip for parts.