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. The Princess Anne list below starts with companies whose listings mention washer or dryer work, followed by other appliance repair companies nearby.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Princess Anne
Our data shows 34 appliance repair companies inside a 60-mile radius of Princess Anne. Other nearby bases include Salisbury (7), Ocean City (3), and Easton (2). Distances run up to about 60 miles. 10 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. Pruitt Services Inc is the nearest, roughly 11.9 miles from Princess Anne. Across 32 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.1 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Princess Anne is inside its regular service area.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Princess Anne. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 9 |
|---|---|
| Repair companies inside 60 miles | 34 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 16 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 11.9, 12.0, 13.0 |
| Listing Saturday hours | 19 |
| Mention washer work | 10 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
At the top of the Princess Anne list: Sears Appliance Repair (15.2 miles away, based in Salisbury, 4.6 stars from 187 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (13.7 miles away, based in Salisbury, 4.5 stars from 152 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (34.8 miles away, based in Onley, 4.9 stars from 21 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Sears Appliance Repair (45.0 miles away, based in Easton, 4.3 stars from 133 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Washer will not spin, or clothes come out soaking wet
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
Washer Repairs on the Same Visit
Dryer Repairs Done on the Same Visit
Lint, Vents and Fire Safety
Keep the area around the dryer clear of boxes, clothing and other combustibles, and do not machine-dry items soiled with flammable substances such as gasoline, cooking oil or paint thinner. 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 draining or washer not spinning.
Washer & Dryer Repair Cost Ranges
Washer and dryer repairs are priced part by part. Published ranges for both machines:
- Control board (motherboard) replacement: $250–$400 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Agitator replacement: $350–$575 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - 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: $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?
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.
Laundry Notes for Princess Anne, MD
Most washer calls in Princess Anne 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 Princess Anne
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- Is your company licensed where my state requires it, and insured?
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Princess Anne, MD
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Can you repair a stacked laundry unit?
If one machine fails, should I replace both?
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Washer & Dryer Repair Near Princess Anne
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.