Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Hyattsville, with distances and public ratings.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Hyattsville MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Hyattsville. 4 list an address in Hyattsville, and the rest are spread across Washington (18), Silver Spring (6), and Takoma Park (3). The farthest listed company is about 6 miles out. 2 list washer or dryer work specifically. dc metro commercial appliance repair is the nearest, roughly 1.0 miles from Hyattsville. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.2 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Hyattsville. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 5 |
| Mention washer work | 5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 2 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.0, 1.7, 1.8 |
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 10 |
Closest matches for Hyattsville: ABV Appliance Repair (8.1 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.7 miles away, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); SK Appliance Repair (9.4 miles away, based in Camp Springs, 5.0 stars from 404 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (9.2 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer runs but clothes stay damp or cold
The Washer Side of the Call
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire 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.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drive belt replacement: $120–$175 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 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?
- Drum belt replacement: $150–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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.
Around Hyattsville
Most washer calls in Hyattsville 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.
How to Choose a Washing Machine Technician Near Hyattsville
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Hyattsville, MD
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
Why won't my washer spin?
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
Other Washer Repair in Hyattsville
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Hyattsville
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.