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 Othello and the Adams County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Othello
11 repair companies serve Othello from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Pasco (4), Kennewick (3), and Richland (2). The farthest listed company is about 53 miles out. 3 list washer and dryer repair specifically. The closest is Sears Appliance Repair, about 21.9 miles away. The 11 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Othello is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Othello. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 6 |
|---|---|
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 4 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 21.9, 37.2, 40.2 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 3 |
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 11 |
| Mention washers | 3 |
The leading options for Othello are Sears Appliance Repair (21.9 miles away, based in Moses Lake, 3.9 stars from 98 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Master's Appliance & Refrigeration, LLC (40.9 miles away, based in Pasco, 4.2 stars from 77 reviews); Fred's Appliance (42.6 miles away, based in Kennewick, 4.1 stars from 731 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Smart Appliance Repair (37.2 miles away, based in Richland, 4.8 stars from 104 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Lid or door will not unlock
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
How the Washer Side of the Call Works
And on the Dryer Side
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
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 belt replacement: $150–$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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Bearing replacement: $150–$225 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?
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.
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
- What happens when you press Start (no response, hum, runs with no heat, stops early)
What Othello Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Othello 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
How to Choose a Dryer Technician Near Othello
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Will you check the vent and lint path as part of the visit?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Othello, WA
Do you cover Othello and nearby towns?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
More Laundry Repair in Othello, WA
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Othello
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Othello technician gets at the parts.