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 SeaTac and the King County area, with those that list washer and dryer repair shown first.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near SeaTac
40 repair companies serve SeaTac from within 30 miles. 2 list an address in SeaTac, and other nearby bases include Kent (12), Renton (11), and Seattle (7). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Of those, 5 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Emergency Home Appliance Experts is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from SeaTac. The 30 rated companies in range average 4.7 stars.
Listings come from public business data. A brand or service mention means the company names it in its listing or website; it is not a certification. Verify experience, licensing and insurance before hiring.
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.1, 1.6 |
| Mention washers | 10 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 10 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 20 |
First up for SeaTac: Expert Appliance Repair (3.9 miles away, based in Seattle, 5.0 stars from 1,139 reviews); Roman’s Appliance Repair Pro (5.6 miles away, based in Seattle, 4.9 stars from 117 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Washer and Dryer Repair Services (10.2 miles away, based in Mercer Island, 4.9 stars from 257 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, based in Tukwila, 4.3 stars from 471 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Washer fills slowly or not at all
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Lid or door will not unlock
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Outside of the cabinet gets unusually hot
- Cycles take two or three runs to finish
- Burning or hot smell during a cycle
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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a SeaTac quote:
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 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?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 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?
- 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?
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)
Local Notes for SeaTac
Washer calls in SeaTac 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.
Questions to Ask a SeaTac Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- 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?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: SeaTac, WA
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why is my dryer running but not heating?
Do you cover SeaTac and nearby towns?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near SeaTac
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the model numbers of both, and whether they are stacked or side by side. A SeaTac technician can then plan for both on one visit.