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 Towson that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Who Fixes Washers and Dryers Near Towson
Our data shows 40 appliance repair companies inside a 30-mile radius of Towson. 3 list an address in Towson, and other nearby bases include Baltimore (23), Parkville (4), and Cockeysville (2). Renew Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 1.2 miles from Towson. 11 of them mention washer or dryer work in their listing or website. The 36 rated companies in range average 4.3 stars.
Companies are shown by relevance and distance from Towson. A mention does not mean manufacturer certification, so ask each company about its experience with your washer.
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 40 |
|---|---|
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 1.2, 1.4, 2.5 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 26 |
| Repair companies inside 30 miles | 60 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 15 |
| Name washers or washing machines in their listing | 15 |
At the top of the Towson list: All-Star Appliance Repair Baltimore (2.5 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.7 stars from 1,459 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Landers Appliance (8.0 miles away, based in Baltimore, 4.9 stars from 2,398 reviews); Racz Appliance Repair (5.0 miles away, based in Parkville, 4.4 stars from 139 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Fix Appliance Baltimore County (10.5 miles away, based in Reisterstown, 5.0 stars from 153 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- Burning smell or a motor that hums without turning
- Loud banging, shaking or walking during the spin
- Water left in the drum after the cycle
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Burning smell when the dryer runs
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
The Washer Side of the Call
What a Technician Checks on the Dryer
Lint, Vents and Fire 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
Fasten duct joints with clamps or foil tape rather than screws, which protrude into the duct and snag lint. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not draining or washer leaking from the bottom.
Budgeting for Laundry Appliance Repair
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Towson. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Transmission replacement: $200–$350 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Motor replacement: $300–$500 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drive motor replacement: $250–$450 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Drum bearing replacement: $100–$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?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 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 Towson, MD
Most washer calls in Towson 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.
Before You Book in Towson
- How often do you repair your brand washers, and how quickly can you get parts?
- If a part has to be ordered, how soon can you come back to finish?
- If the problem turns out to be the supply valves or the standpipe, do you handle that or should I call a plumber?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Towson, MD
Why won't my washer spin?
Do washer repair companies also fix dryers?
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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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 Towson technician can then bring the right parts for either one.