When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Buckley and the Pierce County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Buckley
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Buckley. 1 list an address in Buckley, and the rest are spread across Auburn (12), Kent (5), and Puyallup (4). Distances run up to about 18 miles. Of those, 6 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: Frontline Buckley Appliance Repair Solutions, around 0.8 miles out. The 30 rated companies in range average 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.
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 14 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.8, 3.3, 7.8 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Mention washers | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 23 |
Closest matches for Buckley: Sears Appliance Repair (13.2 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Complete Repair LLC (10.5 miles away, based in Black Diamond, 4.9 stars from 227 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (14.4 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (19.0 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Musty smell from a front-loader
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
What a Washer Repair Involves
The Dryer Half of the Visit
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 Buckley quote:
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 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?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
Dryer Notes for Buckley, WA
Washer calls in Buckley most often involve drain pumps and filters, lid or door locks, inlet valves and worn suspension parts.
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 Buckley Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Buckley, WA
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Buckley technician gets at the parts.