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 Gaithersburg, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Gaithersburg MD
40 repair companies serve Gaithersburg from within 30 miles. 14 list an address in Gaithersburg, and other nearby bases include Rockville (10), Germantown (5), and Boyds (3). The farthest listed company is about 8 miles out. Eddie's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 0.9 miles from Gaithersburg. Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. Rated companies nearby average 4.9 stars across 34 businesses.
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.
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 7 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 0.9, 1.0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 44 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 7 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 18 |
First up for Gaithersburg: Fuse Service Appliance Repair (2.0 miles away, 4.9 stars from 632 reviews, lists Saturday hours); ABV Appliance Repair (11.8 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Trusted Home Experts (4.6 miles away, based in Rockville, 4.9 stars from 289 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Herndon Appliance Repair (15.4 miles away, based in Herndon, 4.8 stars from 211 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
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
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
Swap plastic or foil accordion-style dryer ducts for rigid or corrugated semi-rigid metal duct, since flexible plastic and foil trap lint and crush or kink more easily. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission - Overheated Clothes Dryers Can Cause Fires
Washer troubleshooting: front-load vs top-load washer problems or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$225 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- 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 Gaithersburg
Most washer calls in Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- 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: Gaithersburg, MD
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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 Gaithersburg technician can then bring the right parts for either one.