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 Cottage Lake and the King County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Cottage Lake
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Cottage Lake. The rest are spread across Redmond (16), Kirkland (10), and Bothell (6). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Of those, 6 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Nearest on the list: Rapid Woodinville Appliance Repair, around 0.7 miles out. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Cottage Lake. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 19 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention washers | 12 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 0.8, 2.8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
At the top of the Cottage Lake list: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (8.9 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (8.6 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GR Solution Appliance Repair (4.5 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GreenFix Appliance Repair LLC (4.5 miles away, based in Redmond, 5.0 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
Washer Problems Technicians See in Cottage Lake
What Gets Checked on the Dryer
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 Cottage Lake quote:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- 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.
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
Around Cottage Lake
Washer calls in Cottage Lake 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
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
Questions to Ask a Cottage Lake Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Cottage Lake, WA
Do you cover Cottage Lake and nearby towns?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Cottage Lake
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Cottage Lake technician can then plan for both on one visit.