A dryer that stops heating or takes three cycles to finish a load turns laundry into a daily problem. Below are the companies within reach of Renton, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Dryer Technicians Serving Renton, WA
40 repair companies serve Renton from within 30 miles. 12 list an address in Renton, and the rest are spread across Kent (10), Seattle (6), and Tukwila (3). Distances run up to about 8 miles. 5 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Tim's DCS Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.6 miles from Renton. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 30 businesses.
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.
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.6, 0.7, 1.1 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 11 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 30 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
The leading options for Renton are Expert Appliance Repair (3.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Washer and Dryer Repair Services (7.8 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Up-liance Appliance Repair (9.7 miles away, based in Issaquah, 5.0 stars from 308 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Major Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Bellevue, 4.9 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Why Dryers Break Down
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Check the Vent Before You Call
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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
More: clogged dryer vent warning signs.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Renton
Before replacing a dryer in Renton, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 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.
Around Renton
Gas dryers in Renton 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: City of Renton - Utility Billing (gas and electricity)
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.
Before You Book in Renton
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Renton, WA
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Before you call a Renton technician, check the breaker or gas shutoff, clean the lint screen and look at the vent hood outside. If the dryer still misbehaves, have the model number ready.