A laundry room has two very different machines: a washer full of water, pumps and seals, and a dryer built around heat and airflow. We sort the Anchorage listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Anchorage
Within 60 miles of Anchorage there are 14 appliance repair companies in our data. 10 of them are based in Anchorage itself, and other nearby bases include Wasilla (3) and Palmer (1). Distances run up to about 32 miles. The closest is Reliable Appliance, about 25.0 miles away. 7 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars. Anchorage is a smaller market, so expect a longer drive and ask whether a trip charge applies.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Anchorage. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 25.0, 25.4, 25.6 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 6 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 7 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (60 mi) | 14 |
| Mention washers | 5 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 9 |
The leading options for Anchorage are Mr. Appliance of Anchorage (25.9 miles away, 4.8 stars from 438 reviews); Reliable Appliance (25.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 1,283 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Reliable Appliance (30.7 miles away, based in Wasilla, 4.8 stars from 325 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (25.6 miles away, 1.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Musty smell from a front-loader
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
Washer Problems Technicians See in Anchorage
And on the Dryer Side
Most visits cover one machine; mention both if both are acting up. More: dryer not drying and dryer not spinning.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Anchorage
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Anchorage quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
Have These Handy
- The washer's brand and model number
- Whether it is a top-loader or front-loader
- Whether it is a stacked pair or a laundry center
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Anchorage
Anchorage Water & Wastewater Utility (AWWU), which supplies Anchorage, reports hardness of 83-130 mg/L total hardness (ppm as CaCO3), moderately hard. Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: Municipality of Anchorage 2025 Consumer Confidence Report (AWWU)
Alaska has no separate appliance repair license category; its certificates of fitness and contractor licenses cover plumbing, gas piping, electrical and construction work rather than appliance repair itself. Source: Mechanical Inspection - License Requirements (Alaska DOLWD)
Installing fuel gas piping on a property calls for a state Plumber Gas certificate of fitness issued by the Department of Labor's Mechanical Inspection Section. Source: Mechanical Inspection - License Requirements (Alaska DOLWD)
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Anchorage
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Anchorage, AK
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Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Anchorage technician gets at the parts.