A Bosch dryer shares most of its parts with other dryers, but its controls, error codes and sensor-dry cycles are specific to the brand. We flag companies whose listing or website mentions Bosch and fill in with nearby dryer repair companies so you always have options.
Washer and Dryer Repair is independent and not affiliated with Bosch. Listed companies are independent technicians who repair Bosch dryers and other brands.
Who Works on Bosch Dryers Near Kirkland
40 repair companies serve Kirkland from within 30 miles. 12 of them are based in Kirkland itself, and the rest are spread across Redmond (11), Bellevue (6), and Bothell (3). Distances run up to about 5 miles. Nearest on the list: Top Appliance Repair Service, around 0.6 miles out. No company within 90 miles of Kirkland mentions Bosch by name, so these are the nearest appliance repair companies. Most work on several brands, so ask about yours. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
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| Listing Saturday hours | 40 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Mention Bosch | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.8, 0.9 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
First up for Kirkland: Fixme Appliance Repair Kirkland (1.0 miles away, 5.0 stars from 23 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fixme Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); FixLine Appliance Repair (4.4 miles away, based in Redmond, 4.9 stars from 120 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GreenFix Appliance Repair LLC (5.2 miles away, based in Redmond, 5.0 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Know Your Bosch Dryer
What a Bosch Dryer Technician Deals With
Heat pump models can use an optional condensate tank instead of the drain hose; a drain indicator lights when the tank is full or the hose is kinked or blocked. Source: Bosch - Use and Care Manual, Heat Pump Dryer WTW87NH1UC
Bosch Dryer Symptoms and First Checks
- Dryer leaking water. Bosch's manual says to level the dryer and check the drain hose along its full length. Source: Bosch - Use and Care Manual, Heat Pump Dryer WTW87NH1UC
- Dryer not drying completely. Bosch says to clean the lint filter, confirm the right program for the fabric, wipe the moisture sensor with vinegar, and make sure nothing blocks the air exit. Source: Bosch - Dryer Not Drying Completely
Reading a Bosch Dryer Error Code
| Code | What it means |
|---|---|
| Key symbol | Child lock or control lock is on; hold the indicated button for a few seconds to release it. Source: Bosch - Bosch D Error Codes: Troubleshooting Guide |
| E63 | A heating element failure; with the dryer unplugged, check the element and its connections for damage. Source: Bosch - Bosch D Error Codes: Troubleshooting Guide |
| E04 | The dryer is overloaded; leave about a hand's width of space above the clothes. Source: Bosch - Bosch D Error Codes: Troubleshooting Guide |
Bosch Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Kirkland
Keeping a Bosch Dryer Running
- Clean the two-part lint filter before or after every drying cycle, rinse it under warm water when heavily soiled, and never run the dryer without all filters in place. Source: Bosch - Use and Care Manual, Heat Pump Dryer WTW87NH1UC
- Wipe the moisture sensor bars with a cloth and white vinegar about once a month to remove limescale and detergent residue. Source: Bosch - Use and Care Manual, Heat Pump Dryer WTW87NH1UC
Bosch Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
A Bosch dryer repair usually costs about the same as any other brand for the same part. Published ranges:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Service call fee (may be waived if the technician does the repair): $50–$80 per visit Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Technician Arrives
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Local Notes for Kirkland
Gas dryers in Kirkland are typically served by Puget Sound Energy. If you ever smell gas near the dryer, leave the house and call the gas utility from outside before calling a repair company. Source: Utilities - City of Kirkland
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
Washington's state plumber certification law defines plumbing as potable water, waste, medical gas and similar systems and does not list fuel gas piping, so gas line work is not part of the state plumber certificate. Source: Chapter 18.106 RCW, Plumbers
Before You Book in Kirkland
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Bosch Dryer Repair FAQs: Kirkland, WA
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Write down any error code your Bosch dryer shows and when it appears. It helps a Kirkland technician bring the right parts.