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 Fircrest listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Fircrest
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fircrest. Other nearby bases include Tacoma (14), Federal Way (6), and Spanaway (4). The closest is UP Appliance Repair, about 1.0 miles away. 11 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.6 stars across 29 businesses.
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| Mention washers | 13 |
|---|---|
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.0, 1.1, 1.8 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
First up for Fircrest: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (7.7 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leon's Luxury repair & installation (5.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (11.3 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Weirs Appliances (7.4 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 483 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
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
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Dryer not heating (repair by symptom): $80–$420 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Fircrest, WA
Washer calls in Fircrest 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 Fircrest Technician
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Fircrest, WA
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Do you cover Fircrest and nearby towns?
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Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A Fircrest technician can then plan for both on one visit.