Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. The Bladensburg list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Bladensburg
Within 30 miles of Bladensburg there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Washington (19), Hyattsville (4), and Takoma Park (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. The closest is M C Appliances Repair, Inc., about 0.9 miles away. Of those, 5 mention washer or dryer work by name. Across 34 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars.
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| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 12 |
| Mention washer work | 9 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 1.4, 1.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
Closest matches for Bladensburg: ABV Appliance Repair (10.0 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (9.9 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (3.6 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (7.8 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
Under the model residential code approach, a 4-inch dryer exhaust duct is limited to 35 feet of equivalent length, minus 2.5 feet for each 45-degree bend and 5 feet for each 90-degree bend, unless the dryer manufacturer's installation instructions set a different maximum. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Bladensburg. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain pump replacement: $300–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $150–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Service call / diagnostic fee (often waived if you go ahead with the repair): $50–$100 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.
Local Notes for Bladensburg
Most washer calls in Bladensburg 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 Bladensburg Washer Technician
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Bladensburg, MD
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Bladensburg
Before you call, note which machine is acting up, the brand and model numbers of both if they were bought as a pair, and what happens during the cycle. A Bladensburg technician can then bring the right parts for either one.