A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Georgetown that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Georgetown
Our data shows 24 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Georgetown. 1 of them are based in Georgetown itself, and the rest are spread across Salisbury (7), Ocean City (3), and Rehoboth Beach (2). 6 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Appliance Repair De is the nearest, roughly 0.3 miles from Georgetown. The 22 rated companies in range average 4.0 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Georgetown. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 14 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 11.8, 12.1 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 24 |
First up for Georgetown: Sears Appliance Repair (14.8 miles away, based in Rehoboth Beach, 4.6 stars from 563 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Ed Wright's Appliance & Repair Service, Inc. (11.8 miles away, based in Lewes, 4.5 stars from 112 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (15.9 miles away, based in Milford, 4.6 stars from 573 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (22.3 miles away, based in Salisbury, 4.6 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - How Much Does It Cost to Repair a Dryer?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Laundry Notes for Georgetown, DE
Most washer calls in Georgetown come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Delaware does not issue a separate appliance repair license; its plumbing and HVACR licensing law covers gas piping but excludes installing gas appliances where service connections already exist. Source: Delaware Code Title 24, Chapter 18, Subchapter I
In Delaware, you can report a problem to the Delaware Department of Justice Consumer Protection Unit (Consumer Mediation Unit).
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Georgetown
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Georgetown, DE
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Washer Repair in Georgetown
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Georgetown
If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.