When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. We sort the Kirkland listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Kirkland, WA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Kirkland. 12 of them are based in Kirkland itself, and other nearby bases include Redmond (11), Bellevue (6), and Bothell (3). Of those, 9 mention washer and dryer repair by name. The closest is Top Appliance Repair Service, about 0.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.7 stars across 32 businesses.
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.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 12 |
| Mention washers | 12 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.6, 0.8, 0.9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
The leading options for Kirkland are Fixme Appliance Repair (5.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 115 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GR Solution Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 53 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Major Appliance Repair (5.9 miles away, based in Bellevue, 4.9 stars from 155 reviews, lists Saturday hours); GreenFix Appliance Repair LLC (5.2 miles away, based in Redmond, 5.0 stars from 141 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum turns but the air stays cool
- 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 Kirkland
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Kirkland quote:
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Typical dryer repair: $100–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- Whether the dryer is gas or electric
What Kirkland Owners Should Know
City of Kirkland Water Division (wholesale supply from Seattle Public Utilities via Cascade Water Alliance), which supplies Kirkland, reports hardness of about 1.43 grains per gallon as CaCO3 (roughly 24 mg/L), which the city describes as naturally very soft. Minerals affect how detergent works and can build up on washer inlet screens, which is worth mentioning when you book a washer repair. Source: City of Kirkland 2025 Water Quality Report
The lakefront Market Neighborhood, which follows the city's original 1890 street plat, holds more than a third of the structures on Kirkland's historic inventory, including the Queen Anne Victorian Loomis House. Source: Kirkland Comprehensive Plan: Market Neighborhood Plan
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 Kirkland
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Kirkland, WA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
Why won't my washer drain?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Kirkland technician gets at the parts.