When the washer or dryer quits, the laundry stops for the whole house, and most people want one company that can handle both machines. Below are local companies whose listings show washer and dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies near Tanglewilde.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Tanglewilde
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Tanglewilde. The rest are spread across Tacoma (14), Spanaway (4), and Puyallup (4). The farthest listed company is about 27 miles out. The closest is TJ's Appliance Sale and Service, about 1.2 miles away. Of those, 13 mention washer and dryer repair by name. Across 30 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 14 |
|---|---|
| Mention washers | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 2.7, 4.7 |
| Show laundry appliance work | 14 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 27 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 48 |
At the top of the Tanglewilde list: Sears Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Lacey, 4.4 stars from 262 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (23.8 miles away, based in Puyallup, 4.5 stars from 317 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Leon's Luxury repair & installation (20.2 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 51 reviews); Weirs Appliances (19.3 miles away, based in Tacoma, 4.7 stars from 483 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Common Washer Symptoms
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Loud banging or rumbling on spin
- Leaks under or behind the washer
Common Dryer Symptoms
- Dryer shuts off a few minutes into the cycle
- Drum will not turn even though you hear a hum
- Clothes still damp after a full cycle
What a Washer Repair Involves
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 Tanglewilde
Here is what published cost guides report for common washer and dryer repairs, so you can judge a Tanglewilde quote:
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Does a Washing Machine Repair Cost?
- Lid switch replacement: $85–$160 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Technician labor: $50–$100 per hour Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
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
- 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 Tanglewilde Owners Should Know
Washer calls in Tanglewilde 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 Tanglewilde Technician
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Tanglewilde, WA
What makes a dryer stop heating?
Do dryer repair companies fix washers too?
Are you affiliated with any dryer brand?
Can a technician work on a stacked laundry pair?
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Have both model numbers ready and describe what each machine does. Mention a stacked pair, since that changes how the Tanglewilde technician gets at the parts.