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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Havre de Grace that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Havre de Grace MD
40 repair companies serve Havre de Grace from within 30 miles. The rest are spread across Baltimore (6), Bel Air (5), and Newark (4). Of those, 11 mention washer or dryer work by name. Nearest on the list: Bill Vandervort Refrigeration & Appliance Repair Service, around 7.9 miles out. Rated companies nearby average 4.0 stars across 38 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Havre de Grace. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listing Saturday hours | 28 |
|---|---|
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 56 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 7.9, 8.9, 11.5 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 13 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 21 |
First up for Havre de Grace: Mr. Appliance of Bel Air (12.1 miles away, based in Bel Air, 4.7 stars from 467 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.1 miles away, based in Bel Air, 4.7 stars from 491 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Beyond Appliances Repair Services LLC (13.5 miles away, based in Bel Air, 4.7 stars from 233 reviews); Landers Appliance (25.0 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews).
Washer Problems Worth a Call
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Havre de Grace. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Tub / drum bearing replacement: $150–$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?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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.
Laundry Notes for Havre de Grace, MD
Most washer calls in Havre de Grace 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 Havre de Grace
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Havre de Grace, MD
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Havre de Grace
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 Havre de Grace technician can then bring the right parts for either one.