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 Tukwila and the King County area, with companies that list dryer or washer-and-dryer work shown first.
Who Repairs Dryers Near Tukwila
Within 30 miles of Tukwila there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 3 of them are based in Tukwila itself, and the rest are spread across Renton (12), Seattle (9), and Kent (9). The farthest listed company is about 7 miles out. 6 list dryer or washer-and-dryer work specifically. Sears Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.3 miles from Tukwila. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 30 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tukwila. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major dryer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.3, 1.5, 1.9 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
At the top of the Tukwila list: Expert Appliance Repair (1.5 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Washer and Dryer Repair Services (7.9 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (4.2 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Major Appliance Repair (10.2 miles away, based in Bellevue, 4.9 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When to Call for Dryer Repair
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
The Usual Dryer Culprits in Tukwila
Inside a Dryer Repair Visit
Dryer Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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.
Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Most dryer repairs involve a modest part and an hour or so of labor. Reference ranges from published cost guides:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Appliance technician diagnosis, washer (usually waived if hired for the repair): $50–$100 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
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.
Local Notes for Tukwila
Most dryer calls in Tukwila 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
Hiring a Dryer Repair Company in Tukwila
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Dryer Repair FAQs: Tukwila, WA
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Should I repair or replace my dryer?
Which areas near Tukwila do these technicians cover?
Dryer Repair by Brand in Tukwila
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Write down the model and serial number from the label inside the dryer door and describe exactly what happens when you press Start. It saves a Tukwila technician a trip for parts.