Laundry appliance repair covers two machines that fail in different ways: washers on water, drainage and spinning, dryers on heat, airflow and drum movement. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Lochearn that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Lochearn MD
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Lochearn. Other nearby bases include Baltimore (18), Parkville (4), and Randallstown (3). Of those, 9 mention washer or dryer work by name. The closest is Charm City Appliances, about 1.5 miles away. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 35 businesses.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Lochearn. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Rated 4.5 stars or higher (10+ reviews) | 23 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.5, 1.6, 1.8 |
| Mention washer work | 14 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 39 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 14 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
First up for Lochearn: Mr. Appliance of Howard County (6.7 miles away, based in Ellicott City, 4.7 stars from 1,049 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (4.4 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Appliance Baltimore County (8.3 miles away, based in Reisterstown, 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Racz Appliance Repair (10.3 miles away, based in Parkville, 4.4 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
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
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 spinning or washer not draining.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Timer replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Igniter replacement (gas dryer): $100–$250 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- 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?
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 Lochearn, MD
Most washer calls in Lochearn 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 Lochearn Washer Technician
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- Will you check the drain pump filter and drain hose before replacing the pump?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Lochearn, MD
Are you affiliated with any washer brand?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
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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.