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. The Shoreline list below starts with companies that show dryer work in their listings, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Dryer Technicians Serving Shoreline, WA
Within 30 miles of Shoreline there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 list an address in Shoreline, and other nearby bases include Seattle (10), Bothell (6), and Edmonds (5). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. 9 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: Sears Appliance Repair, around 0.9 miles out. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
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| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.9, 1.4, 1.4 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 45 |
Closest matches for Shoreline: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (5.1 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (6.1 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews); Appliance Fixers (6.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 68 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fast Appliances Repair (7.2 miles away, based in Edmonds, 4.9 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Shoreline
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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.
What Dryer Repair Costs in Shoreline
Before replacing a dryer in Shoreline, price the repair. Here is what published cost guides report for common jobs:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- 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 Shoreline
Most dryer calls in Shoreline 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
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 Shoreline Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Shoreline, WA
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Shoreline faster and cheaper.