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. Below are the companies within reach of Sultan, sorted by how closely they match dryer work, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Sultan
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Sultan. The rest are spread across Everett (11), Redmond (9), and Bothell (6). The farthest listed company is about 20 miles out. 8 of them mention dryer or washer-and-dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is SEATTLE HVAC & Appliance Repair Guys, about 7.6 miles away. Across 32 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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 7.6, 11.2, 13.4 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 43 |
| Mention a major dryer brand | 1 |
The leading options for Sultan are HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (21.3 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smartfix Appliance (16.2 miles away, based in Lake Stevens, 5.0 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (18.8 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GreenFix Appliance Repair LLC (18.8 miles away, based in Redmond, 5.0 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs Your Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Sultan
What Gets Fixed on a Sultan Dryer Call
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. 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.
Repair or Replace Your Dryer?
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:
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
Replacement makes more sense once a dryer is about 10 years old or past half its expected lifespan. Source: Fixr - 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.
Around Sultan
Most dryer calls in Sultan 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 Sultan Technician
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Sultan, WA
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A clear vent, a clean lint screen and the model number in hand make any dryer repair in Sultan faster and cheaper.