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 Hillcrest Heights, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Hillcrest Heights
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Hillcrest Heights. 2 list an address in Hillcrest Heights, and the rest are spread across Washington (20), Arlington (5), and Alexandria (4). Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Nifty Lifty Appliance Repair, about 0.9 miles away. Across 33 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.3 stars.
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 | 12 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 41 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.9, 2.3, 2.7 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 17 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
First up for Hillcrest Heights: Appliance Care (8.0 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 844 reviews, lists Saturday hours); UltraFix Appliance Repair (4.6 miles away, based in Alexandria, 4.9 stars from 696 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (3.0 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); District Appliance Services LLC (6.9 miles away, based in Arlington, 4.9 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Clean the vent pipe roughly once a year, or sooner if loads start taking longer to dry; a lint removal service can do this. 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: washer not draining or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Hillcrest Heights. 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?
- Door boot gasket (door seal) replacement: $230–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Heating element replacement: $150–$350 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: $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.
What Hillcrest Heights Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Hillcrest Heights 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 Hillcrest Heights
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hillcrest Heights, MD
How do I get rid of a washer mildew smell?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
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 Hillcrest Heights technician can then bring the right parts for either one.