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 Lake Oswego listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Lake Oswego
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Lake Oswego. 5 list an address in Lake Oswego, and the rest are spread across Portland (11), Tigard (6), and Milwaukie (4). 8 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is Pinnacle Appliance Solutions, about 1.2 miles away. Across 28 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Oswego. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.2, 1.3, 1.7 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Mention washers | 12 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 18 |
At the top of the Lake Oswego list: Home-Serv Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Portland, 5.0 stars from 331 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Portland (2.5 miles away, based in Portland, 4.8 stars from 691 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Hydra Appliance Repair (7.6 miles away, based in Portland, 4.7 stars from 231 reviews, lists Saturday hours); A&P Appliance Parts and Service (7.3 miles away, based in Beaverton, 4.7 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Lid or door will not unlock
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Lake Oswego quote:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
What to Have Ready
- 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
What Lake Oswego Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Lake Oswego most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Lake Oswego Technician
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Oswego, OR
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Do you cover Lake Oswego and nearby towns?
Related Repair Pages for Lake Oswego
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lake Oswego
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Lake Oswego technician can then plan for both on one visit.