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 Gig Harbor listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Gig Harbor
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Gig Harbor. The rest are spread across Tacoma (14), Federal Way (6), and Bremerton (4). The farthest listed company is about 17 miles out. Nearest on the list: Renvoriq Appliance Repair Tacoma, around 7.1 miles out. 9 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Across 23 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 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.
| Mention washers | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 35 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 12 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.1, 7.2, 8.1 |
First up for Gig Harbor: Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (18.0 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (10.7 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leon's Luxury repair & installation (12.7 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews); Weirs Appliances (15.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 483 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Burning or hot smell during a 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Gig Harbor
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Gig Harbor quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 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?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
A dryer that keeps needing repairs despite regular maintenance is usually cheaper to replace. Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the dryer repair cost guide and how long dryers last.
Before the Visit
- 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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Dryer Notes for Gig Harbor, WA
Washer calls in Gig Harbor 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.
Before You Book in Gig Harbor
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Gig Harbor, WA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Gig Harbor technician gets at the parts.