A stacked or side-by-side laundry pair shares one space and often one set of problems: drainage and water on one side, heat and venting on the other. Companies that mention laundry work come first, then other appliance repair companies near Langley Park, with distances and public ratings.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Langley Park
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Langley Park. Other nearby bases include Washington (11), Silver Spring (9), and Hyattsville (3). Distances run up to about 6 miles. Nearest on the list: Yes Appliance Repair Service Adelphi MD, around 0.3 miles out. Of those, 3 mention washer or dryer work by name. The 35 rated companies in range average 4.4 stars.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 4 |
|---|---|
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 4 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 0.3, 0.4, 0.6 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 8 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 37 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 1 |
First up for Langley Park: ABV Appliance Repair (6.5 miles away, based in Bethesda, 4.8 stars from 542 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (1.6 miles away, based in Hyattsville, 4.4 stars from 398 reviews, lists Saturday hours); TruFix Appliance Repair & Services, LLC (6.9 miles away, based in Silver Spring, 4.8 stars from 240 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Mr. Appliance of Central Maryland (9.7 miles away, based in Largo, 4.8 stars from 330 reviews).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
- Water on the floor under or in front of the washer
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Do not leave a dryer running when you leave the house or go to bed. 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 spinning.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Drain hose replacement: $95–$170 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?
- Door switch replacement: $50–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Thermostat replacement: $100–$260 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.
Local Notes for Langley Park
Most washer calls in Langley Park 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.
Questions to Ask a Langley Park Washer Technician
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Langley Park, MD
What stops a washer from spinning?
Why are clothes still damp after a full cycle?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
More Washing Machine Repair in Langley Park, MD
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Langley Park
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.