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. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Chesapeake Beach, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Chesapeake Beach MD
Within 30 miles of Chesapeake Beach there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. Other nearby bases include Waldorf (4), Fort Washington (4), and Edgewater (3). Distances run up to about 26 miles. Metropolitan Services Inc is the nearest, roughly 3.9 miles from Chesapeake Beach. Of those, 17 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 39 businesses.
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| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 19 |
| Mention washer work | 19 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 36 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.9, 8.1, 9.5 |
Closest matches for Chesapeake Beach: Appliance Guys (8.1 miles away, based in Huntingtown, 5.0 stars from 227 reviews); SK Appliance Repair (22.0 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (20.0 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Appliance Guys (17.0 miles away, based in Edgewater, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
- An error code on the display
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
NFPA identifies failure to clean the dryer as the leading cause of home clothes dryer and washer fires. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine 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: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Chesapeake Beach. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Water level / pressure switch replacement: $100–$225 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?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 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?
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 Chesapeake Beach
Most washer calls in Chesapeake Beach 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.
Hiring a Washer Repair Company in Chesapeake Beach
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Chesapeake Beach, MD
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
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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 Chesapeake Beach technician can then bring the right parts for either one.