When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. The companies below serve Lake Tapps and the Pierce County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Lake Tapps
40 repair companies serve Lake Tapps from within 30 miles. Other nearby bases include Auburn (12), Federal Way (6), and Puyallup (4). 7 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is Direct Service Appliance Repair Sumner, about 3.1 miles away. Across 29 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lake Tapps. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 15 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 22 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.1, 3.8, 4.1 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 34 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 15 |
At the top of the Lake Tapps list: Sears Appliance Repair (8.0 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (10.6 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Complete Repair LLC (8.4 miles away, based in Black Diamond, 4.9 stars from 227 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.2 miles away, based in Covington, 4.4 stars from 150 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin or agitate
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Squealing, thumping or grinding while it runs
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
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 Lake Tapps
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Lake Tapps quote:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Typical washer repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 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?
- 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?
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.
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
Around Lake Tapps
Washer calls in Lake Tapps 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 Lake Tapps
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lake Tapps, WA
Do you cover Lake Tapps and nearby towns?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Can one technician fix both my washer and dryer?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Lake Tapps technician gets at the parts.