When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Kent.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Kent, WA
Within 30 miles of Kent there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 13 list an address in Kent, and other nearby bases include Auburn (10), Renton (9), and Tukwila (3). Distances run up to about 7 miles. 4 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is Kent Appliance Repair, about 0.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 31 businesses.
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| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 33 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 9 |
| Mention washers | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.9, 1.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Kent list: Expert Appliance Repair (7.7 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (10.7 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.9 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (10.2 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Kent
Washer and dryer repairs vary more than people expect: a dryer belt is a small job, washer bearings are a big one. Published ranges:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 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 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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
What Kent Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Kent 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
Before You Book in Kent
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Kent, WA
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Do you cover Kent and nearby towns?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Kent
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Kent technician gets at the parts.