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. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Naval Academy that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Laundry Appliance Technicians, Naval Academy MD
We found 40 appliance repair companies within 30 miles of Naval Academy. The rest are spread across Edgewater (3), Crofton (3), and Glen Burnie (3). The closest is Mr. Appliance of Annapolis, about 1.4 miles away. 9 list washer or dryer work specifically. Rated companies nearby average 4.3 stars across 38 businesses.
We do not show business phone numbers. Call our helpline to be connected with a participating technician, or look a company up directly. Always confirm licensing and insurance.
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
|---|---|
| Mention washer work | 12 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 35 |
| Distance to the three closest (mi) | 1.4, 3.1, 5.2 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 20 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 12 |
| Companies within 30 miles | 60 |
At the top of the Naval Academy list: Mr. Appliance of Annapolis (1.4 miles away, based in Annapolis, 4.7 stars from 492 reviews); Appliance Guys (5.2 miles away, based in Edgewater, 4.6 stars from 83 reviews); Sears Appliance Repair (9.1 miles away, based in Stevensville, 4.5 stars from 102 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.4 miles away, based in Bowie, 4.3 stars from 426 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
Signs the Washer Needs a Technician
- Washer fills slowly, will not fill, or keeps filling
- An error code on the display
- Musty or mildew smell from the drum or door seal
Signs the Dryer Needs a Technician
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- 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
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
Dryer exhaust must go outdoors, never into an attic, crawlspace or other building cavity; ventless dryers with a condensate drain are the exception. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
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?
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Thermal fuse repair: $80–$130 Source: Angi - 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?
- 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?
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.
What Naval Academy Owners Should Know
Most washer calls in Naval Academy 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 Naval Academy Washer Technician
- Can you give a written estimate before ordering parts?
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What guarantee do you give on parts and labor?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Naval Academy, MD
Why does my dryer take so long to dry?
What stops a washer from spinning?
Is the helpline a manufacturer?
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 Naval Academy technician can then bring the right parts for either one.