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 Manchester that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Manchester MD
Within 30 miles of Manchester there are 40 appliance repair companies in our data. The rest are spread across Baltimore (7), Westminster (4), and Hanover (4). The closest is Scott and Sons Appliance Repair & Dryer Vent Cleaning, about 3.7 miles away. 10 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 40 businesses.
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| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 19 |
|---|---|
| Appliance repair companies in range (30 mi) | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 19 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 25 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 3.7, 4.2, 6.5 |
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 38 |
First up for Manchester: Scott and Sons Appliance Repair & Dryer Vent Cleaning (3.7 miles away, based in Westminster, 4.9 stars from 136 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (12.4 miles away, based in Hanover, 4.6 stars from 287 reviews, lists Saturday hours); All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (22.4 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Appliance Baltimore County (14.9 miles away, based in Reisterstown, 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- An error code on the display
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
Dryer Problems Worth a Call
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Dryer Lint and Venting Safety
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 leaking from the bottom or washer not draining.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Manchester. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$250 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?
- Typical washing machine repair: $125–$450 Source: HomeAdvisor - How Much Do Washing Machine Repairs Cost?
- 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?
For a drum repair, consider replacing the washer instead if it is more than five years old or has had frequent problems. 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 Manchester Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Manchester 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 Manchester
- 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?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Manchester, MD
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Can one technician fix both my washer and my dryer?
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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 Manchester technician can then bring the right parts for either one.