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 Burtonsville, with distances and public ratings.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Burtonsville
40 repair companies serve Burtonsville from within 30 miles. 3 list an address in Burtonsville, and other nearby bases include Silver Spring (9), Laurel (6), and Columbia (6). Distances run up to about 9 miles. Nearest on the list: Superior Burtonsville Appliance Repair, around 0.3 miles out. 5 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Across 36 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 6 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.6, 0.9 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 6 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 13 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
Closest matches for Burtonsville: ABV Appliance Repair (12.7 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Dexterous Appliance Repair (2.7 miles away, based in Fulton, 4.9 stars from 319 reviews); Mr. Appliance of Howard County (12.7 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (11.7 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer not spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Burtonsville. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Gas valve coil replacement (gas dryer): $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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Replacement tends to make more financial sense once a repair runs past half the cost of buying and installing a new washer. 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.
Local Notes for Burtonsville
Most washer calls in Burtonsville 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 Burtonsville Washer Technician
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Burtonsville, MD
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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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 Burtonsville technician can then bring the right parts for either one.