Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Baltimore, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Baltimore
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Baltimore. 23 of them are based in Baltimore itself, and the rest are spread across Parkville (4), Towson (3), and Dundalk (2). 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Nearest on the list: UltraFix Appliance Repair, around 0.4 miles out. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.2 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.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 24 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 0.4, 1.0, 1.0 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Baltimore list: Landers Appliance (6.9 miles away, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (6.0 miles away, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Howard County (11.0 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Racz Appliance Repair (5.5 miles away, based in Parkville, 4.4 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clothes that are still damp after a normal cycle, longer-than-usual drying times, or little exhaust air coming out of the outside vent while the dryer runs can all point to a blocked lint screen or exhaust duct. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Baltimore
Most washer calls in Baltimore 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.
Maryland does not issue a separate appliance repair license; the Maryland Board of Plumbing licenses plumbers, natural gas fitters and propane gas fitters, whose trades cover gas connections. Source: License Requirements - Maryland Board of Plumbing (Maryland Department of Labor)
In Maryland, you can check a license with the Maryland Department of Labor occupational license search (Board of Plumbing) or report a problem to the Maryland Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division.
Questions to Ask a Baltimore Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Baltimore, MD
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
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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.