In Lake Forest Park, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Lake Forest Park and the King County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Lake Forest Park, WA
40 repair companies serve Lake Forest Park from within 30 miles. 1 of them are based in Lake Forest Park itself, and other nearby bases include Bothell (7), Kirkland (7), and Seattle (6). Of those, 8 mention washer and dryer repair by name. SPS PRO Furnace & Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.7 miles from Lake Forest Park. Rated companies nearby average 4.8 stars across 32 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Forest Park. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 13 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.7, 1.5, 1.7 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 43 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Lake Forest Park list: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Bothell (3.3 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 1,493 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Appliance Fixers (6.4 miles away, based in Bothell, 4.9 stars from 270 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (5.1 miles away, based in Lynnwood, 4.7 stars from 413 reviews); Fast Appliances Repair (7.1 miles away, based in Edmonds, 4.9 stars from 116 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
Washer Problems Technicians See in Lake Forest Park
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:
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Typical dryer repair (most homeowners): $100–$430 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Technician service / diagnostic fee, dryer: $50–$80 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
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
- Any error code on the display
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
Local Notes for Lake Forest Park
Washer calls in Lake Forest Park 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 Lake Forest Park Technician
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- Can you look at the washer on the same visit if it is acting up too?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Forest Park, WA
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
Why won't my washer drain?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
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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 Lake Forest Park technician can then plan for both on one visit.