A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Hobart and the King County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Hobart
40 repair companies serve Hobart from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Renton (12), Kent (12), and Issaquah (6). Of those, 7 mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work by name. The closest is Alpha Kent Appliance Repair, about 6.5 miles away. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 31 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.5, 6.8, 7.2 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
Closest matches for Hobart: Up-liance Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Issaquah, 5.0 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Repair (13.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Eastside Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Bellevue, 4.9 stars from 234 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hotwire Appliance Repair (8.5 miles away, based in Issaquah, 5.0 stars from 37 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Dryer Problems Worth a Service Call
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
Why Dryers Break Down
What Gets Fixed on a Hobart Dryer Call
Why the Vent Matters
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
What Hobart Owners Should Know
Most dryer calls in Hobart come down to the same handful of parts: the vent and lint path, the heat source, the belt and rollers, and the door and start switches.
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 Hobart
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Hobart, WA
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Is my dryer worth fixing?
What should I check before calling?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Hobart
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Hobart faster and cheaper.