In Manchester, most appliance repair companies that fix dryers also fix washers, but some list laundry work far more prominently than others. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Manchester.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Manchester, WA
40 repair companies serve Manchester from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Seattle (19), Bremerton (9), and Bainbridge Island (7). Distances run up to about 11 miles. 4 of them mention washer and dryer repair in their listing or website. Crestwood Appliance Repair Shop is the nearest, roughly 2.9 miles from Manchester. Rated companies nearby average 4.4 stars across 27 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Manchester. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 8 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 2.9, 3.0, 3.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Mention washers | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 48 |
Closest matches for Manchester: Expert Appliance Repair (14.1 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Super Appliance Repair (11.4 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 150 reviews); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (10.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Washer and Dryer Repair Services (14.8 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Leaks under or behind the washer
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
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.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Manchester quote:
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 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?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine 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.
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
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
- Any error code on the display
Dryer Notes for Manchester, WA
Washer calls in Manchester 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 Manchester
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Manchester, WA
Why do my clothes come out damp?
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What causes a washer to stop draining?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Manchester technician gets at the parts.