In Lakeland South, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. The companies below serve Lakeland South and the King County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Lakeland South, WA
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lakeland South. Other nearby bases include Auburn (12), Kent (9), and Federal Way (6). The farthest listed company is about 9 miles out. 8 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. APPLIANCE REPAIR at your home is the nearest, roughly 0.5 miles from Lakeland South. The 32 rated companies in range average 4.8 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lakeland South. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 22 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.5, 1.7, 2.2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 13 |
| Mention washers | 13 |
At the top of the Lakeland South list: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (4.5 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (8.4 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leon's Luxury repair & installation (8.1 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews); A&H Appliance and Home services (3.3 miles away, based in Federal Way, 4.9 stars from 35 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
- Washer will not spin or agitate
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
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 Lakeland South
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?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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 labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
If a repair would cost more than about half the price of a new dryer, replacing is usually the better choice. Source: Angi - 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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
Around Lakeland South
Washer calls in Lakeland South 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 Lakeland South Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on gas dryers, and who handles anything involving the gas line?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lakeland South, WA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
Why won't my washer drain?
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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 Lakeland South technician can then plan for both on one visit.