Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. The Fallston list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Fallston
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Fallston. The rest are spread across Baltimore (17), Bel Air (5), and Parkville (4). Distances run up to about 19 miles. 13 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The closest is Home Systems Appliance Repair, about 3.6 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.1 stars across 36 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Fallston. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Mention washer work | 15 |
|---|---|
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 25 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 3.6, 4.4, 4.7 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 36 |
At the top of the Fallston list: Mr. Appliance of Bel Air (6.5 miles away, based in Bel Air, 4.7 stars from 467 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (4.7 miles away, based in Bel Air, 4.7 stars from 491 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Beyond Appliances Repair Services LLC (4.4 miles away, based in Bel Air, 4.7 stars from 233 reviews); Landers Appliance (14.0 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
The Washer Side of the Call
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. Source: NFPA (via U.S. Department of Energy) - Clothes Dryer & Washing Machine Safety
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Fallston. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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?
- Appliance technician labor: $50–$150 per hour 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.
What Fallston Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Fallston 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.
Before You Book in Fallston
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- 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: Fallston, MD
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why won't my washer spin?
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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.