Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and tend to wear out on a similar schedule, so it makes sense to find a technician who works on both. We sort the Tacoma listings by laundry work first, then by distance and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians Serving Tacoma, WA
Within 30 miles of Tacoma there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. 14 list an address in Tacoma, and the rest are spread across Federal Way (6), Auburn (5), and Spanaway (4). The farthest listed company is about 12 miles out. The closest is Tacoma Dishwasher Repair, about 1.0 miles away. 11 list washer and dryer repair specifically. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.6 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Tacoma. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your dryer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listing Saturday hours | 34 |
| Mention washers | 13 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 21 |
| List dryer or washer & dryer work | 13 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.5, 2.6 |
Closest matches for Tacoma: HotWire Furnace, Air Conditioning & Appliance Repair Tacoma (4.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 470 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leon's Luxury repair & installation (3.5 miles away, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.3 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Weirs Appliances (6.4 miles away, 4.7 stars from 483 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty smell from a front-loader
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
When the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Dryer will not start when you press Start
- 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.
Budgeting for Laundry Repairs in Tacoma
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Tacoma quote:
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- Door lock replacement: $110–$200 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?
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.
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
- How long the vent run is and where it exits the house
- The brand, model and serial number from the label inside the door or on the back panel
What Tacoma Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Tacoma 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 Tacoma
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand dryers, and do you carry common parts on the truck?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Tacoma, WA
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Why do my clothes come out damp?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Tacoma
Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Tacoma technician gets at the parts.