Most dryer breakdowns come down to a short list of parts: the heat source, the safety fuses, the belt and rollers, and the airflow path to the outside. This page lists independent appliance repair companies serving Parkwood and the Kitsap County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Dryer Repair Companies Near Parkwood
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Parkwood. Other nearby bases include Seattle (17), Bremerton (9), and Bainbridge Island (7). Distances run up to about 14 miles. Forward Appliance Repair Group is the nearest, roughly 3.0 miles from Parkwood. 3 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. Rated companies nearby average 4.5 stars across 26 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 46 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 8 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.0, 3.1, 3.6 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 11 |
First up for Parkwood: Washer and Dryer Repair Services (17.3 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Expert Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (12.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (14.0 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
What Usually Goes Wrong
How a Dryer Service Call Usually Goes in Parkwood
Lint, Vents and Dryer Fires
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Parkwood
Dryer repairs are some of the least expensive appliance repairs, which is why most are worth pricing before you shop for a new one. Published ranges:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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.
Around Parkwood
Most dryer calls in Parkwood 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
Questions to Ask a Parkwood Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Parkwood, WA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Do you repair gas and electric dryers?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Why is my dryer squealing?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Parkwood
Dryer Repair Near Parkwood
A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Parkwood faster and cheaper.